Luis Diaz has made a resounding statement to his former club, Liverpool, with an electrifying start at Bayern Munich following his summer transfer. The Colombian forward, who left Anfield in a £65.5million move to the Bundesliga giants, showcased his talent by scoring twice in Bayern’s 3-0 victory over Eintracht Frankfurt on Saturday.
Luis Diaz of Bayern Munich
Diaz, who spent three-and-a-half years at Liverpool after joining from Porto in January 2022, was a key figure in the Reds’ Premier League title triumph last season. During his time at Anfield, he scored 41 goals in 148 appearances and won four major trophies. However, the 28-year-old opted for a new challenge with Bayern Munich, the reigning Bundesliga champions, during the summer transfer window.
Since his departure from Merseyside, Diaz has hit the ground running in Germany, contributing six goals and four assists in the early stages of the season. His brace against Eintracht Frankfurt, which included a goal just 14 seconds into the match and another in the 84th minute, underlined his seamless adaptation to life in the Bundesliga. Former Tottenham Hotspur striker Harry Kane also scored in the match, helping Bayern secure a commanding win.
Following the game, Diaz took to Instagram to share a photo of himself celebrating, originally posted by Bayern Munich’s official account, accompanied by a caption featuring a lightning bolt and a red love heart. The post appeared to be a subtle yet pointed message to his former club, especially as Liverpool suffered a 2-1 defeat to Chelsea in the Premier League on the same day, marking their third consecutive loss across all competitions.
Under head coach Arne Slot, Liverpool have struggled to maintain the attacking fluidity that characterized their title-winning campaign last season. A significant squad overhaul during the summer transfer window has disrupted their rhythm, and the Reds now sit second in the Premier League table, just one point behind leaders Arsenal, as the October international break begins. Their next challenge comes in two weeks when they face rivals Manchester United.
Diaz’s blistering form for Bayern Munich serves as a reminder of his quality and raises questions about Liverpool’s decision to let him go. As the Colombian continues to shine in Germany, Liverpool fans may be left wondering what might have been had he stayed at Anfield.