Luis Diaz’s Mother Disclose Reason Behind Columbian Forward’s Successful Liverpool Career

Luis Diaz’s Mother Disclose Reason Behind Columbian Forward’s Successful Liverpool Career

Chukwu Ikechukwu
updated at April 12, 2023 at 8:02 PM
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  • Luis Diaz's mother has stated that the striker is "maturing" at Liverpool, with his teammates welcoming him with open arms
  • Since the Colombian was purchased for £50 million from two-time European champions Porto, Liverpool fans have fallen in love with him
  • Luis Diaz has made an immediate impact at Anfield since joining in January as he has scored six goals and created four assists for Liverpool so far this season

Luiz Diaz has become a fan favorite at Anfield just four months after Joining Liverpool from FC Porto for £50 million in the winter transfer window.

The 25-year-old forward has formed a formidable partnership in attack with Mohammed Salah and Sadio Mane to create a fearsome strike force for the Reds.

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Luis Diaz has made a huge impression on Liverpool supporters since joining the club in January. Photo by Marc Atkins
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According to a report via the Daily Mirror, Luiz Diaz’s mother, Silenis Marulanda, has revealed her son feels loved by his teammates which has helped him settle well into life at Anfield.

"He is maturing; I see him more serene in everything he does, very disciplined in everything," said Diaz's mother. He is very serious and responsible in all his work.
"He tells me, ‘The manager likes me; when I play my games, he hugs me - and he has also been able to get along with his teammates. They welcome him for being the way he is."

Diaz has been involved in 10 goals for Liverpool since January after scoring 6 goals and creating 4 assists to help Liverpool dream of winning the quadruple for the first time in history.

Diaz on the verge of making history with Liverpool

Luiz Diaz is on the verge of making history with Liverpool as the Reds push to win four major trophies in a season for the first time in their history.

According to Liverpool Echo, the 25-year-old has already won the Carabao Cup and could still finish his first season at Anfield with a hat-trick of cup medals and even as a Premier League champion.

Liverpool are still in contention for the Premier League title this season despite being four points behind Manchester City and are also through to the FA Cup and UEFA Champions League finals.

Luiz Diaz breaks down in tears after reaching first Champions League final

Earlier, Sports Brief reported Luis Diaz could not hold back his tears at the realization that he had reached his first-ever Champions League final.

Diaz’s arrival at Liverpool has proven to be the perfect marriage as the winger has hit the ground running at Anfield since his move from FC Porto.

He was on target once again with a goal that was instrumental in helping Liverpool come from behind to beat Villareal 3-2 in the Champions League semi-final second leg.

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Chukwu Ikechukwu Godwin is a journalist with over 9 years of experience in the Nigerian media industry. He has worked both in Radio (Today FM, Rhythm FM, Wish FM) and Television (Silverbird TV) as a Sports Analyst..
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