The Copa America, which took place last June-July, introduced itself to the world stage. Lionel Messi was the tournament's all-time leading goalscorer with four goals, and he was impressed with Colombia's attacking speed, ball-kicking skills and ability to whip up opponents. This is why Luis Diaz is not so much talked about since the Copa America!
The three English clubs Liverpool, Manchester United and Tottenham were most interested in getting the 25-year-old Colombian forward. Antonio Conte's Tottenham have come up with a lot of big offers in the last few days. But Diaz was more interested in playing for Liverpool. European media have almost confirmed that Diaz's club Porto have finally accepted Liverpool's offer.
The big money for him is the cost of Liverpool. Liverpool will pay 40 million euros to Porto for the time being, according to Italian journalist Fabrizio Romano, who became convinced of the news of the change of team in football. More than 362 crore in Bangladeshi currency.
However, with the 'conditional bonus' there is another 25 million euros. According to Romano, the condition of 20 million euro bonus out of this 2.5 crore is quite simple.
But in European football, where Killian Mbappe and Arling Horland are so much talked about, why is Liverpool spending so much money on a Colombian behind so much hype?
That is understandable given the interest of clubs like United and Tottenham in getting him. Playing for Porto in the Portuguese league is also one of the reasons behind his promotion. And whatever it is, talking about the Portuguese league is no longer like the league of England, Spain or Italy!
However, the headline of the Spanish media AS could explain a big reason for Liverpool's interest in Diaz. "Liverpool could be thrilled to have Colombian Neymar," AS wrote in a video of Diaz's footsteps.
Why the comparison with the Brazilian forward, it can be understood in the video found by writing Diaz's name on YouTube. What it means to be a footballer who grew up playing in the streets of Latin America, who enjoys footwork or creativity in their football ... Diaz too!
According to football website ESPN, Diaz was originally set to be bought by Liverpool during the transfer window next summer (June to August). But seeing the interest of Manchester United and Tottenham, Jurgen Klopp's team has already bought him. Such gems can be left unattended or not!
According to ESPN, the club's first goal in the summer transfer window was to buy Diaz. Liverpool even agreed to pay 60 million euros for him as demanded by Porto! Allreds are currently getting the player of their choice in that place for only 40 million Euros.
According to the European media, some Liverpool officials will leave for South America today after the formalities between the two clubs are over. Diaz's Colombia will play a World Cup qualifier on Argentine soil in the morning on February 2 (local time on the night of February 1) Bangladesh time.
Once the deal between Liverpool and Porto is finalized, Diaz's health will be checked before the match in Argentina. The deadline for the January winter transfer is 11pm England time on 31st January, by which time all player purchase documents must be submitted.
Diaz has scored 14 goals in 18 league games for Porto Jersey this season, as well as five more with his teammates. He has scored 2 goals in 6 matches in the Champions League. Since joining Porto in 2019, he has scored 41 goals in 125 matches, including 19 more.
Diaz made his debut for Colombian club Barranquilla in 2016, joining another Colombian club Atletico Jr. in 2016.
After making his debut in Colombia jersey in 2016, Diaz has scored 6 goals in 31 matches. Basically playing on the left side of the attack, but on the right, left or center of the attack - Diaz is quite comfortable on either side.
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