Former Manchester United player Rio Ferdinand has expressed disapproval of Liverpool’s choice to sell Luis Diaz, asserting that Cody Gakpo is not a superior player to the Colombian. Diaz’s move to Bayern Munich for a potential £65.5m has proven successful, with the forward contributing significantly to the Bundesliga team’s recent victories.
Diaz quickly made an impact at Bayern by scoring the winning goal in his debut match against VfB Stuttgart, helping secure the Franz Beckenbauer Supercup. With seven goals and four assists in 13 appearances, Diaz has been a key player in Bayern’s unbeaten run this season.
In contrast, Liverpool has struggled despite significant spending of £450m in the summer transfer window. The team’s recent string of defeats has pushed them down to seventh place in the Premier League standings, trailing behind Arsenal by seven points.
Both Diaz and Gakpo played important roles in Liverpool’s Premier League title win last season. While Diaz’s departure has raised questions, Gakpo has faced criticism despite his consistent goal-scoring contributions this term. The competition for a starting spot has changed, with fewer alternatives available to replace Gakpo.
Ferdinand criticized Liverpool’s decision to sell Diaz, suggesting that it may have negatively impacted the team’s performance. Liverpool allowed Diaz to leave after the player expressed a desire to depart following failed contract negotiations. The loss of Diaz has left a void in Liverpool’s squad, with Gakpo facing increased scrutiny amidst the team’s struggles.
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