It was a good decision” – Former Liverpool star reflects on summer exit | OneFootball

Diaz Reflects on Liverpool Departure

Luis Diaz has spoken publicly about his decision to leave Liverpool, insisting his £65 million move to Bayern Munich last summer was made with conviction rather than hesitation. In an interview with Sky Germany, Diaz was clear about his motivations, explaining: “When FC Bayern approached me, I knew from the very first moment that I wanted to make this move.”

For Liverpool supporters, Diaz’s exit came during a period of transition under Arne Slot, whose first full campaign has been shaped by tactical recalibration and recruitment scrutiny. The Colombian winger had been a reliable presence on the left flank, contributing pace, directness and pressing intensity. Yet with two years left on his contract and a substantial offer from Bayern Munich, Liverpool opted to sell.

Diaz’s comments suggest there was no lingering doubt about the decision. “It was a good decision — a decision for an incredible and fantastic team,” he said, adding that happiness for himself and his family was central to the move.

Bayern Munich Impact in Kompany Era

Under Vincent Kompany, Bayern Munich have rebuilt their attacking structure around fluid wide players and Harry Kane’s central finishing. Diaz has quickly become part of that system, delivering 19 goals and 15 assists so far this season — a tally of 34 goal contributions that underlines his influence.

Bayern Munich’s domestic dominance remains intact, and their Champions League progress has been strong, reinforcing the sense that Diaz joined a stable elite environment. He acknowledged the adaptation period, particularly off the pitch: “Being happy is the most important thing for a player and his family… The most difficult thing for me and my family was, and still is, certainly the language.”

Those comments highlight a familiar modern football reality. Transfers are rarely purely tactical; they are cultural and personal decisions as well. Diaz appears settled, thriving in an attacking unit alongside Kane and Michael Olise. “Kane surprised me a lot… He’s a machine. He really does everything well,” Diaz said, praising his new teammate’s professionalism.

Liverpool Decision Viewed in Context

Liverpool’s choice to sell Diaz was not universally criticised. With Slot reshaping the squad and addressing structural weaknesses exposed in matches such as Bournemouth and Manchester City earlier in the season, the club prioritised financial flexibility.

Liverpool.com noted that while Diaz was missed, failing to replace him was arguably the more significant issue. Liverpool’s recruitment department has since been linked with wide forwards and creative midfielders, part of a broader strategy to refresh attacking depth while maintaining balance.

From a sporting perspective, the decision reflects Liverpool’s long-standing policy of selling at peak value. Diaz was approaching 29, Bayern Munich offered a substantial fee, and the player himself wanted the move. Those three factors aligned.

Future Links Between Diaz Bayern Munich and Liverpool

Despite the separation, Diaz retains affection for Liverpool. He said he hoped to contribute at Bayern Munich “just as I had done before in Liverpool,” acknowledging his time at Anfield while embracing his present challenge.

For Liverpool, the focus remains on rebuilding depth around Mohamed Salah and emerging talents, with Slot continuing to refine his 2-3-5 attacking structure. Whether Diaz’s departure ultimately proves a misstep will depend on Liverpool’s next transfer cycles.

In the short term, Diaz’s success at Bayern Munich shows the move worked for player and club alike. For Liverpool, the lesson is familiar: recruitment must match ambition. As Diaz himself put it, “I knew that I would contribute to the team’s success… FC Bayern placed their trust in me, and I’m trying to repay that trust on the pitch.”

Original source included naturally via reporting from Liverpool.com and Sky Germany interviews.