Bayern Munich sign Luis Díaz from Liverpool

Colombia international winger Luis Diaz has completed a transfer to Bayern Munich, bringing an end to his three-and-a-half-year spell with Liverpool.

"The Colombian departs the Reds having played a significant role in the lifting of four major trophies since arriving from FC Porto in early 2022, highlighted by Premier League title glory last term," Liverpool said in an official statement on Wednesday.

Liverpool's Luis Diaz celebrates after scoring the opening goal during the English Premier League match between Chelsea and Liverpool in London, Britain, on Aug. 13, 2023. (Xinhua)

The 28-year-old has signed a four-year contract with the Bundesliga champions, following Liverpool's acceptance of a reported ￡65.5 million bid.

"I arrived with all the dreams in the world, and I am leaving proud of everything we achieved together," Diaz wrote on Instagram.

"I have met incredible people, fabulous colleagues, coaches who helped me a lot, and extraordinary fans. Liverpool is, indeed, a special team, and I will keep everyone in my heart.

Diaz also made reference to former Liverpool midfielder Diogo Jota, who died in a car accident earlier this month.

"It's good to be leaving with the feeling of a duty fulfilled, and, most of all, to be leaving a champion. It would have been the perfect goodbye if we hadn't lost one of ours in such a tragic way.

"I carry everyone with me in my heart, but one of them in particular: Diogo. I will never forget him. We will never forget him. Thank you for everything," he wrote.

Diaz joined Liverpool from FC Porto in January 2022 and went on to make 148 appearances, scoring 41 goals during his time at Anfield.