Article by Alexandru Stanciu – published on Saturday, September 20, 2025, 11:56 / Updated on Saturday, September 20, 2025 11:56
Colombian Luis Diaz (28 years old) spoke about his decision to choose Bayern Munich at the detriment of Barcelona, during the summer mercato.
Liverpool's former striker transferred this summer to the Bavarian giant for 70 million euros and negotiated a higher salary than the one he received on Anfield. However, he revealed that he had a choice of several options.
Luis Diaz: “I also negotiated with Barcelona, but I am very pleased with my choice”
“I also negotiated with Barcelona, as well as a few other clubs on the market. But I am very pleased with my choice. I made an objective decision about my future and essential is that I joined a big club. Now I will strive to give everything for Bayern“, Said Luis Diaz, according to Sport.sk.
Since his transfer to Bundesliga, he has already played a few matches in the Bavarian club shirt. When he last evolved in the Champions League against Chelsea, in the 3-1 victory, he was delighted by the presence of his countrymen in the Allianz Arena stands.
“The Colombians always support me. I have seen the flags of the national team and also my shirt, so I am very grateful for all support,” said the 28 -year -old footballer, who has evolved at clubs such as Liverpool or FC Porto.
Luis Diaz made his debut for Bayern Munich in the German Super Cup, won by the Bavarians against Stuttgart, score 2-1. The Colombian then scored the 2-0 goal, in the 77th minute.
The Bundesliga debut was a dream for Luis Diaz. Liverpool's former player scored a goal and offered two decisive passes in Victoria with Leipzig, score 6-0.
Then there were two other goals scored by the Colombian for Bayern, one in the victories with Augsburg, score 3-2, and with Hamburg, 5-0.
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