FC Barcelona has enjoyed an excellent atmosphere in recent months. After reversing its poor financial situation, winning three titles, and closing the signings that were considered necessary, there couldn't be greater happiness. In recent days, Joan Laporta has spoken, stating that there will be no more signings, with that window closed after the arrival of Marcus Rashford. The Englishman has arrived on loan, with a very advantageous purchase option that generates a lot of optimism at Spotify Camp Nou.
Rashford has joined the culer squad without any cost, loaned by Manchester United. This move has had consequences within the blaugrana entity, which has opted to rule out other, theoretically, more significant moves.
Marcus Rashford closes the door on Luis Díaz
The consequence of his arrival is seen in Luis Díaz, who seemed to be the main target of the sporting management led by Deco. In the end, the Colombian will play for Bayern Munich, having reached an agreement with Liverpool for his transfer in the last few hours. Including the variables, we're talking about a deal that could reach €75 million.
There had been much speculation about Luis Díaz's future, with various voices placing him at FC Barcelona. The truth is that Deco had seriously explored this option, but at no time did it seem like a real possibility. There were negotiations and even an offer of €60 million was sent to Liverpool, which, when rejected, made the club put all its eggs in Marcus Rashford's basket.
At 28, Luis Díaz is convinced that the time has come to make a change in his career. Negotiations for his contract renewal with Liverpool weren't going well, so now he's chosen to head to Bayern. He will sign a contract in Munich until 2029, earning a gross annual salary of €14 million. Some details still need to be solved, but the bulk of the agreement is completely closed.
Bayern needed a top-level signing for its attack after the departures of Sané and Müller, in addition to the serious injury to Musiala.
Luis Díaz has waited for Barça
At all times, Luis Díaz's priority was to wear the Barça jersey, a club he has followed since he was a child. But it hasn't been possible. There was an agreement on his contract, but at no time was it possible to seriously negotiate with Liverpool.
Now, Luis Díaz will wear the jersey of a Bayern that hopes this reinforcement will help it compete again for the Champions League. Marcus Rashford's arrival at Barcelona has finally closed the door on him, and he's had to activate his "plan B" to achieve his desired change of scenery.