Bayern Munich Gets Shut Down Hard by Liverpool Over Luis Diaz Deal

By Lewis Barnett 2 July, 2025 4 mins read 32 Views

Well, that was quick.

Bayern Munich thought they could waltz in and snag Luis Diaz from Liverpool, but the Reds basically told them to take a hike. Max Eberl, Bayern's sporting director, got the cold shoulder treatment when he came knocking for the Colombian winger. Liverpool's message was crystal clear: not happening, mate.

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Another Big Club Bites the Dust

This isn't even Bayern's first rodeo with rejection this summer. But what's really interesting here is how Liverpool are playing hardball after losing Trent Alexander-Arnold. You'd think they might be more open to wheeling and dealing, but apparently not when it comes to Diaz. The guy's become untouchable at Anfield, and honestly? I get it.

Barcelona tried their luck last month too. Same result - door slammed shut.

Diaz Keeps Everyone Guessing (Including Me)

Here's where things get messy, though. Diaz himself has been pretty open about the whole situation, which is refreshing but also slightly nerve-wracking if you're a Liverpool fan. Back when the Barcelona rumors were swirling, he basically said "yeah, we're talking to other clubs - it's normal."

The £70million price tag that was floating around? Seems like Liverpool aren't even entertaining that number anymore.

His exact words were something like: "The market is open and we're trying to sort out what's best for us. We're talking with other clubs. It's the transfer window, it's normal." Then he threw in this gem: "If Liverpool don't make a good offer, I still have two years left with them, I would be happy to stay there."

What This Really Means

Liverpool are clearly drawing a line in the sand. After watching Alexander-Arnold walk away, they're not about to let another key player slip through their fingers. Smart move, honestly.

Diaz has been electric since joining from Porto, and losing him would be like... well, like losing your best dancer right before the big performance. The timing just doesn't work.

Bayern will have to look elsewhere for their wing reinforcements. Poor Max Eberl probably thought this would be easier given all the public comments from Diaz about being open to moves. Turns out Liverpool's "not for sale" stance trumps everything else.

The Colombian's still waiting to see what Liverpool offers him contract-wise, but at least now he knows the club values him enough to tell Europe's biggest clubs to back off. That's got to feel pretty good, right?

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