Luis Diaz has revealed the extra effort he has been putting into his training, aiming to achieve his best-ever goal tally for Liverpool. With 12 goals already this season, Diaz is just one short of his total for the entire previous campaign, signaling that he’s well on track for a breakthrough year.
Although he has recently played more centrally in attack, Diaz returned to his more familiar role on the left wing during Liverpool’s 2-1 Champions League victory over Lille. Despite not scoring in his last four appearances, he remains firmly on course for what could be his most productive season since joining Liverpool three years ago.
For Diaz, the goal is clear: to surpass his previous best. “Achieving my best total—that’s the goal,” he said. “Since coming back for pre-season training, I’ve been focusing on improving my finishing. The plan is to keep progressing, to keep performing well, and to ensure that each season is better than the last.”
The Colombian forward emphasizes that this mentality is not new to him. “Every new season, I focus on going beyond what I achieved in the previous one. I’m determined to keep pushing, and I already know this year will be an improvement on the last.”
Diaz is not only focused on his own development but also on hitting personal milestones. “I always set personal targets, and I work hard to reach them,” he explained. “Right now, I feel great. I’m full of confidence and in a good place mentally.”
Liverpool have also been flying high this season. They remain at the top of the Champions League group and have already secured their spot in the last 16 with a game to spare. In the Premier League, they hold a six-point lead with a game in hand, positioning themselves as serious contenders for the title. Their next challenge will come on Saturday when they face struggling Ipswich Town at Anfield.
In addition to his individual progress, Diaz has praised the collective spirit fostered by his manager, Arne Slot, and the coaching staff. Since taking over from Jurgen Klopp last summer, Slot has brought a fresh dynamic to the squad, and Diaz believes this positive atmosphere is a key factor in Liverpool’s success this season.
“The team spirit has been incredible,” Diaz noted. “Arne Slot and the coaching staff have created an environment where we push each other every day. Everyone is focused on improving, and that has had a huge impact on the team’s performances.”
With Slot’s leadership and Diaz’s personal drive, Liverpool looks set to continue their impressive run. Diaz, in particular, has made it clear that he’s determined to keep improving, both individually and as part of a collective effort. If he continues on this trajectory, there’s every chance he will exceed his previous best and help propel Liverpool to even greater heights.
