Luis Diaz opens on Bayern Munich 'gamble' after talks with Liverpool star over exit

Luis Diaz has revealed that he picked the brains of Liverpool new boy Florian Wirtz before giving a move to the Bundesliga with Bayern Munich the green light earlier this summer.

Diaz, 28, joined the German champions in a blockbuster €75million (£65.5m) transfer last month after deciding to pursue a new opportunity this season. After communicating that to Liverpool, the Premier League champions agreed terms on a deal which saw Diaz head to Munich despite interest from other European clubs including Barcelonaearlier in the transfer window.

Although Diaz was eager to explore his options and play in a different environment, the Colombia international admits that swapping Anfield for Munich was a "big gamble" after scoring in Bayern's 2-1 triumph over Stuttgart in the DFL Supercup over the weekend.

"I'm very happy and pleased with how this weekend went," Diaz told ESPN. "As you pointed out, it was my first official match, my first goal, and my first title. I dreamed of coming here to achieve great things and give my best. I try to enjoy football.

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"It was a big gamble and I'm very grateful to the management for reaching out to me and trusting me. It's always up to me to respond on the pitch and contribute with what I know how to do. To be at the disposal of the coaching staff. To start this way and be together with my teammates is incredible."

Diaz's switch to Bayern followed Wirtz's British record transfer to Liverpool. The Germany star was hot property heading into the summer following a stellar 2024-25 campaign for Bayer Leverkusen, who won the Bundesliga under Xabi Alonso the season prior.

Reflecting on his discussions with Liverpool's new attacking maestro, Diaz continued before admitting that it would take time for Bayern to benefit from the same electric displays that contributed to Liverpool's title success last term.

"I already had some knowledge of the Bundesliga," Diaz added. "I love watching football and all the competitions. I had the opportunity to talk to Florian in Liverpool, and I know it's a physical league. I hope to have a great debut. I've been here at the club for about two weeks, and I need time to settle in."

Diaz and Bayern start their Bundesliga campaign at home to RB Leipzig on Friday.

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