Luis Díaz has officially joined Bayern Munich, completing a much-anticipated transfer from Liverpool this Wednesday. The Colombian international has signed a contract that will keep him at the club until 2029 and will wear the number 14 jersey. In an official statement following his signing, Díaz expressed his commitment to winning as many titles as possible with the German giants, echoing the club’s motto “we are who we are.”
Liverpool extended their gratitude towards Díaz for his contributions during his three and a half years with the club, wishing him success in his future endeavors. During his tenure with the Reds, Díaz showcased significant prowess, winning the English Premier League, the FA Cup, the Community Shield, and the EFL Cup twice. He participated in 148 matches, scoring 41 goals and providing 23 assists.
In addition to his club success, Díaz has been a key player for the Colombian national team since 2018, netting 19 goals in 64 appearances and earning the title of top scorer at the Copa América 2020/21.
The transfer marks one of the most expensive deals of the current 2025/2026 transfer window, with the fee reported to be slightly over $80 million. This positions Díaz as the fifth most costly transfer in this window, with only a few transfers surpassing his fee, including Matheus Cunha and Bryan Mbeumo, who transferred to Manchester United for $85.12 million and $86.4 million respectively.
Historically, for Bayern Munich, Díaz’s transfer ranks as the third most expensive acquisition ever, following Lucas Hernández and Harry Kane. This transfer is also notable as the third most expensive for a Colombian player historically, alongside James Rodríguez’s move to Bayern and John Jader Durán’s transfer to Al-Nassr.
This transfer not only strengthens Bayern’s lineup, but it also highlights the evolving dynamics of football transfers, where loyalty, opportunity, and financial considerations intertwine. As fans of both clubs digest this news, it remains a hopeful moment, looking ahead to the potential accomplishments and contributions Díaz can bring to his new team.