Liverpool transfer news today: Bayern Munich 'increasingly certain' of Luis Diaz transfer despite rejected bids

Bayern Munich are reportedly ‘increasingly certain’ that they will strike a deal to sign Liverpool forward Luis Diaz this summer.

The Colombia international played a valuable role in Liverpool’s Premier League title-winning campaign, scoring 13 goals and providing seven assists in 36 top-flight appearances.

However, it is currently unclear whether he will still be at Anfield for the 2025-26 campaign, with the player yet to agree a new contract to extend his deal beyond the summer of 2027.

Diaz has been linked with European giants Bayern and Barcelona this summer, although the latter have seemingly ended their interest as they close in on the signing of Manchester United attacker Marcus Rashford. 

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Bayern confident of Diaz transfer

In contrast to Barcelona, Bayern remain in the hunt to sign the Liverpool man, with the German champions keen to recruit a player who is capable of playing on the left flank.

According to journalist Christian Falk, the German champions are 'increasingly certain' that they will sign Diaz this summer despite failing with two transfer bids.

Liverpool have already turned down offers worth €52m (£43.3m) and €67.5m (£58.6m), but Bayern are not ready to give up on their pursuit of Diaz.

The Bavarians are still in direct discussions with the Premier League winners, and they are hoping to reach a 'solution' rather than submit another bid that could be rejected.

Bayern are willing to offer the Colombian a four-year contract, which would see him earn just over £12m gross per year. 

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What is Liverpool's asking price for Diaz?

Diaz is believed to be open to ending his four-year stay at Anfield to try a new challenge with Vincent Kompany's side.

However, Liverpool are reluctant to sanction his departure, but they could reconsider their stance for a significant fee.

The Merseyside club are demanding at least £70m to consider parting ways with the former Porto forward. 

However, Bayern are only willing to spend just over £60m, casting doubt as to whether the two sides can reach an agreement.