Former Bayern Munich and Colombia striker Adolfo Valencia has thrown his support behind compatriot Luis Diaz, insisting the winger is performing at a level that makes him a genuine Ballon d'Or contender.
Liverpool have flown Luis Diaz's parents to Merseyside so they can spend Christmas with their son after their recent kidnapping ordeal.
Liverpool are continuing to support Colombia winger Luis Diaz as police search a mountain range in the north of the country for his kidnapped father.