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Luis Diaz Net Worth: Biography, Age, Career, Stats, Goals, Honours, Salary, Wife, How Rich is he in 2025?

Luis Diaz
Pulse Sports explores all you need to know about Luiz Diaz, who overcame the odds and went from humble beginnings to securing a financially rewarding move to Bayern Munich.
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Who is Luis Diaz?

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Bayern Munich forward Luis Diaz (Credit: Instagram)

Luis Fernando Diaz Marulanda is a highly acclaimed Colombian professional footballer, widely recognised for his exceptional dribbling prowess, blistering speed and keen eye for goal as a winger. 

He rose to global prominence through impactful spells with Porto in Portugal and Liverpool in England, consistently demonstrating his ability to influence games with direct attacking play. 

Diaz recently departed Liverpool for German giants Bayern Munich in July 2025.

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Luis Diaz Age

Born on January 13, 1997, Luis Diaz is 28 years old (as of August 2025).

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A young Luis Diaz (Credit: Instagram/@luisdiaz19_)

Luis Diaz Height

Luis Diaz is 5 feet 11 inches (1.80m) tall.

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Where is Luis Diaz From?

Luis Diaz hails from Barrancas, La Guajira, a humble town situated in northern Colombia. Notably, he belongs to the Wayuu ethnic group.

Luis Diaz Biography

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Luis Diaz (Credit: Instagram/@luisdiaz19_)

Luis Diaz's inspiring career began in his hometown of Barrancas, La Guajira, where Carlos Alberto Valderrama discovered his talent. 

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He overcame a thin physique in his youth to become a professional, showcasing his immense stamina, dribbling skills and speed.

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A young Luis Diaz (Credit: Instagram/@luisdiaz19_)

His professional journey began at Barranquilla FC in 2016 before he transferred to Atletico Junior, where he secured four titles in three seasons. 

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Luis Diaz celebrates scoring for Atletico Junior (Credit: Instagram/@luisdiaz19_)

In 2019, he made a crucial move to Europe with Porto, winning five trophies and earning international recognition. 

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After his breakthrough 2021-22 season, during which he was named Portugal's best player, Liverpool signed him in January 2022.

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Luis Diaz celebrates scoring for Porto (Credit: Instagram/@luisdiaz19_)

Diaz made an immediate and significant impact at Anfield, helping the team win multiple honours, including the 2024-25 Premier League title. 

He contributed 41 goals and 16 assists in 148 appearances for Liverpool, gainign plaudits for his directness and tenacious, controlled aggression without the balll. 

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Luis Diaz celebrates Liverpool's Premier League win in 2025 (Credit: Instagram/@luisdiaz19_)
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On July 30 2025, Diaz started a new chapter, completing a £65.5 million move to Bayern Munich in pursuit of a fresh challenge.

Luis Diaz Colombia

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Luis Diaz celebrates scoring for Colombia (Credit: Instagram/@luisdiaz19_)

Luis Diaz made his senior debut for the Colombian national team on August 28, 2018, in a friendly match against Argentina. 

He swiftly cemented his place as a key player, accumulating significant minutes and becoming a vital attacking force for his country. 

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He has proudly represented Colombia in multiple major tournaments, including the Copa America in 2019, 2021, and 2024, as well as the 2022 FIFA World Cup.   

His most notable performance on the international stage came during the Copa América 2021, where he emerged as the joint top-scorer alongside none other than Lionel Messi, netting an impressive four goals. 

His exceptional displays led to his inclusion in the tournament's Best XI.

As of August 2025, Diaz has played 64 times for Colombia, scoring 19 goals. 

Luis Diaz Liverpool

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Luis Diaz in action for Liverpool || Imago

Luis Diaz arrived at Liverpool in January 2022, securing a transfer for a fee of £50 million (€60 million). 

His adaptation to the English Premier League was remarkably seamless, and he quickly endeared himself to the Anfield faithful with his direct attacking style, relentless work rate and dribbling ability. 

In his inaugural half-season, he contributed six goals across 26 appearances and played a crucial role as Liverpool pursued multiple titles, starting all three cup finals and earning a Man of the Match award in the FA Cup final.   

Over his three-and-a-half seasons with the club, Díaz made 148 appearances, scoring 41 goals and providing 16 assists. 

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His final season (2024-25) was particularly impactful, as he contributed 17 goals in 50 appearances across all competitions, playing an instrumental role in Liverpool's Premier League title triumph.

Luis Diaz Bayern Munich

Luis Diaz to Bayern Munich is a DONE deal! | Photo Credits: bayernmunich.com

Luis Diaz officially completed his highly anticipated move to Bayern Munich on July 30, 2025, in a deal valued at £65.5 million (€75 million). 

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Diaz’s transfer represents a significant investment for the German champions, making him the third most expensive signing in Bayern's history, behind Harry Kane and Lucas Hernandez. 

For Liverpool, it marked their third biggest sale, after Philippe Coutinho and Luis Suarez. 

Diaz signed a four-year contract with an option for an additional year, committing his future to the club until June 2029.

Luis Diaz Position

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Luis Diaz in action for Porto in the Champions League (Credit: Instagram/@luisdiaz19_)

Luis Diaz is predominantly deployed as a left winger, a position that maximises his strengths as a right-footed player who excels at cutting inside onto his stronger foot. 

As an inverted winger, Diaz creates significant attacking threats, whether through powerful shots, incisive passes or direct runs into the box. 

His versatility is also a key attribute, as he can operate effectively across the front line, including as a central forward or on the right wing, offering valuable tactical flexibility to his coaches. 

Diaz’s competence in multiple attacking roles, while having a preferred and highly effective primary position, signifies his modern attacking profile.

Luis Diaz Stats

Luis Diaz has flourished across several leagues in Colombia and Europe, scoring 105 goals in a total of 421 career appearances. 

His consistent goal and assist contributions across diverse leagues — Colombia, Portugal and England — undeniably stand out. 

Below are Luis Diaz’s statistics across four clubs:

  • Liverpool (2022-2025): In 148 appearances, he scored 41 goals and provided 16 assists. His final season (2024-25) was particularly prolific, with 17 goals in 50 appearances across all competitions, including 13 goals in the Premier League.  
  • FC Porto (2019-2022): He netted 41 goals and provided 19 assists in 125 appearances.  
  • Junior FC (2017-2019): He contributed 20 goals and nine assists in 106 appearances.  
  • Barranquilla FC (2016-2017): He scored three goals and provided one assist in 42 appearances.

Luis Diaz Salary

At Liverpool, Luis Diaz’s salary was a notable point of discussion, often considered relatively low compared to his significant status and impact on the pitch within the squad. 

According to Capology, Diaz earned a weekly wage of £55,000 (€63,477) gross, amounting to £2,860,000 annually. 

However, Diaz will earn considerably more at Bayern Munich, with €269,231 weekly and €14,000,000 annually (gross). Consequently, Diaz becomes the eighth-highest earner at Bayern.

Luis Diaz Honours

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Luis Diaz celebrates Liverpool's Premier League win in 2025 (Credit: Instagram/@luisdiaz19_)
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Luis Diaz won two Primeira Liga titles (Credit: Instagram/@luisdiaz19_)
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Luis Diaz at Porto (Credit: Instagram/@luisdiaz19_)

Atletico Junior

  • Categoría Primera A: 2018 Finalizacion, 2019 Apertura
  • Copa Colombia: 2017
  • Superliga Colombiana: 2019
  • Copa Sudamericana runner-up: 2018
Porto
  • Primeira Liga: 2019–20, 2021–22
  • Taça de Portugal: 2019–20
  • Supertaca Candido de Oliveira: 2020
  • Taca da Liga runner-up: 2019–20
Liverpool
  • Premier League: 2024–25
  • FA Cup: 2021–22
  • EFL Cup: 2021–22, 2023–24; runner-up: 2024–25
  • FA Community Shield: 2022
  • UEFA Champions League runner-up: 2021–22
Colombia
  • Copa América runner-up: 2024
Individual
  • Copa America Golden Boot: 2021 (shared)
  • Copa America Team of the Tournament: 2021
  • Copa America Tournament Revelation: 2021
  • Primeira Liga Player of the Month: October/November 2021
  • Primeira Liga Player Fair-Play Prize: 2020–21
  • BBC Goal of the Month: August 2024

Luis Diaz Parents

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Luis Diaz's parents (Credit: The Sun UK)

Luis Diaz is the son of Luis Manuel and Cilenis. Growing up in Barrancas, La Guajira, a humble town in northern Colombia, his parents likely provided an indispensable, foundational support system for his early development.

Their support was particularly crucial given his initial physical challenges, as he was notably thin in his formative years, and his journey from a remote indigenous community.

Diaz’s parents were the victims of a high-profile kidnapping incident in 2023. His mother was rescued on October 30, 2023, a day after she was kidnapped, and an extensive military search was launched for his father.  

Luis Manuel was released on November 9, 2023.

Luis Diaz Wife

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Luis Diaz and his wife at their wedding (Credit: Instagram/@luisdiaz19_)

Luis Diaz is married to Geraldine Ponce, and together they are parents to two daughters, Roma and Charlotte. 

Having a stable family provides Diaz with a vital support network, as the sense of home offers stability in his often travelling, challenging career as a top footballer. 

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Luis Diaz with his family after sealing Bayern Munich switch (Credit: Instagram/@luisdiaz19_)

For athletes under intense public scrutiny, frequent club changes and tough competitions, a loving personal environment greatly impacts their mental health and performance. 

Luis Diaz Net Worth

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According to multiple sources, Luis Diaz’s net worth is estimated to fall between $5m and $12 m. 

Prior to his recent move to Bayern Munich, Diaz's career earnings through 2025 were approximately $10.14 million (net). 

His contract at Liverpool, which he signed in 2022, provided an annual base salary of around $2.86 million.  

However, the forward’s transfer to Bayern Munich marks a profoundly significant increase in his financial standing. 

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Luis Diaz is an Adidas athlete (Credit: Instagram/@luisdiaz19_)

With a new gross salary of €14 million (approximately $16.1 million) per year, or about $10.4 million net annually, Diaz's annual income at Bayern is now nearly equivalent to his total career earnings accumulated up to 2024.

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Luis Diaz is an Adidas athlete (Credit: Instagram/@luisdiaz19_)

Furthermore, endorsements and other business ventures also contribute to Diaz’s estimated net worth.

Luis Diaz Instagram

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Luis Diaz is active on Instagram (Credit: Instagram/@luisdiaz19_)

Luis Diaz actively connects with his global fanbase via his official Instagram account @luisdiaz19_, which is his main channel for sharing updates on his professional career, offering glimpses into his personal life and engaging directly with supporters worldwide. 

His consistent presence on highly visual platforms like Instagram is strategically vital for developing and maintaining his international brand beyond club affiliations.

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