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Serious problems for Luis Díaz: his signing does not convince in Germany
Published New:31/07/2025 - 10:18h
Updated New:31/07/2025 - 10:18h
Luis Díaz faces his arrival at Bayern Munich amidst questions about his age, price, and adaptation to the language, according to the German press.
Luis Díaz's arrival at Bayern Munich has generated an intense debate in the German press and among specialized opinions. Although the Colombian winger has not yet been officially presented, he already faces a wave of questions about the high cost of his signing, his age, and doubts about his adaptation to the German language and culture.
The transfer from Liverpool has been around 70 million euros, with an estimated salary of over 10 million per year. At 28 years old and not being the first option for the Bavarian club, Díaz is already under the media spotlight before playing his first minute in the Bundesliga.
Doubts about Luís Díaz's fit at Bayern Munich
Bayern's recent history with Colombian players has not been particularly positive. The cases of Adolfo 'el Tren' Valencia and James Rodríguez resonate as complex precedents, both marked by cultural and linguistic adaptation problems, despite their talent and initial performance.
Luis Díaz, who in Liverpool had the support of Spanish-speaking teammates such as Alisson or Mac Allister, will have a less favorable environment in the Munich dressing room, where English dominates and few players communicate in Spanish.
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Matthäus' analysis: a signing out of necessity
The former Bayern captain and world champion with Germany, Lothar Matthäus, was one of the first to analyze the Colombian's arrival. In his column for Sky Sports Germany, he acknowledged the qualities of the former Liverpool player but stressed that it is a plan B, after the failed attempts to sign Bradley Barcola (PSG) and Nico Williams (Athletic Club).
“Luis Díaz has proven his quality in the Premier League. He has speed, power, and can play in various offensive positions. But if he costs 75 million, he should be a regular starter”
Matthäus took the opportunity to remind that Kompany was not Bayern's first choice as coach either, although he is now valued for his immediate results.
Luis Díaz signing: warnings from the German press
The journalist Kerry Hau was also forceful. In his analysis for Sky, he recalled that Bayern did not have Díaz on their list of priorities. He highlighted that, although the player arrives in full physical and sporting condition, his price and salary place him under immediate pressure.
In addition, he compared his signing to Sadio Mané's failed stint in Munich, noting that both shared a dressing room in Liverpool and similar characteristics, but that the Senegalese failed in Germany.
“Díaz did not speak English in Liverpool and depended on teammates to communicate. In Munich, that environment does not exist and that can be a problem. Integration will be key for his signing to work”
Hau pointed out, who also warned about Díaz's limitations in finishing: 17 goals and five assists in 50 games with Liverpool.
Luis Díaz is a risky signing that must perform from day one
Although both Matthäus and Hau agree that Díaz has the technical and physical conditions to contribute to Bayern, they also emphasize that there is no margin for error. The club's need to find a replacement for Sané, Tel, and Müller, added to Musiala's injury, forces Díaz to perform from the first game.
If he manages to adapt quickly, he could become a key reinforcement for the new project led by Vincent Kompany. If he fails to do so, the debate about his cost and suitability will intensify rapidly in a club where the pressure is constant.
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- Official website of Bayern Munich
- Official website of Liverpool FC
- Sky Sports Football
- Official website of the Bundesliga
- ESPN Colombia
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