Bayern Munich are reportedly ready to place an improved bid for Luis Diaz in the coming days.
Diaz is likely to stick to his plan to leave Anfield this summer if a good offer arrives. The Colombian is reportedly unhappy with the club after they didn’t improve his current salary.
Considering his performances last season — scoring 17 goals and helping Liverpool win the Premier League — Diaz might have expected a pay rise. His current contract at the Merseyside club runs until 2027, and he earns close to £140,000 per week.
On the other hand, Arne Slot reportedly doesn’t want to lose the 28-year-old this summer. Last season, the Dutch manager used Diaz in a versatile role — both as a centre forward and on the left wing.
With Liverpool’s reported target, Anthony Gordon valued close to £100m, the Reds might either demand a bigger fee for Diaz or choose to keep him.
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How much Bayern Munich want to pay for Luis Diaz
Liverpool have already rejected Bayern’s earlier approach. The German club reportedly made a €67m bid, which was turned down.
According to Fabrizio Romano, Bayern are now preparing to improve their offer and are set to bid again very soon. Meanwhile, Barcelona remain in contact with Diaz’s agents.
Barcelona previously offered around £51m, which Liverpool rejected. The club reportedly value Diaz at around £68m. Bayern are likely aware of that and could come closer to that figure in their next offer.
However, Romano also reported that Barcelona have signed Marcus Rashford on a loan deal with a buy option. It now seems likely they may back off from Diaz after securing the Englishman.
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