Luis Diaz ‘thanks God’ transfer domino effect led to Liverpool deal

Luis Diaz has broken his silence on last summer’s departure from Liverpool, revealing that Bayern Munich’s abandoned pursuit of Florian Wirtz opened the door to what he calls a dream move to Germany. Speaking exclusively to Sky Sports Germany, the 29-year-old Colombian winger said divine intervention and a twist in the market combined to steer him toward the Bundesliga giants.

“There must have been reasons why Florian couldn’t come here in the end,” Diaz told the broadcaster. “Now I’m here, and thank God it turned out this way. I’m very happy and grateful.”

The admission sheds new light on a transfer saga that saw Liverpool sanction the sale of one of Arne Slot’s preferred attackers despite the Dutchman’s public desire to retain him. Bayern had tracked Wirtz for months, but when the Leverkusen playmaker remained unavailable, the Bavarians pivoted to Diaz, triggering a £45 million deal that surprised many on Merseyside.

Diaz, who had spent two-and-a-half trophy-laden seasons at Anfield, insists the decision was driven by more than money. “When FC Bayern approached me, I knew from the very first moment that I wanted to make this transfer… It was a good decision – a decision for an incredible and fantastic team.”

Family stability and a fresh challenge in a new league also weighed heavily. “If this club is putting its faith in me, then I’ll just try to prove myself on the pitch… it was and always has been about the team.”

Liverpool’s hierarchy ultimately accepted the offer, viewing the financial package as strong value for a player approaching 30 and with squad evolution required in midfield and defence. The sale has allowed Slot to restructure his forward line, handing increased minutes to younger, more vertical options, even as fans occasionally lament the loss of Diaz’s explosive dribbling on the left.

On the evidence of his first 21 Bundesliga outings, Bayern have secured an immediate return. Sofascore data credits Diaz with 13 goals and 10 assists – a goal every 135 minutes – and five Team of the Week selections. The output underlines his continued status among Europe’s elite wide threats and validates Bayern’s revised recruitment plan.

Diaz’s reflections also highlight the domino nature of modern squad building. Wirtz’s decision to stay in Leverkusen removed Bayern’s primary target, creating a vacancy filled by the Colombian. Simultaneously, Liverpool’s willingness to sell freed salary and transfer budget, enabling fresh investment elsewhere on the pitch.

Rarely does a high-profile exit satisfy all parties, yet the early returns suggest both Liverpool and Diaz are content with the outcome – even if Kopites still picture his direct running during the club’s occasional attacking lulls this season.