"Massive loss": Liverpool mourns Bayern star Diaz | OneFootball

Luis Diaz is causing a sensation at FC Bayern. While the Colombian shines in Munich, there is growing nostalgia in Liverpool over his departure.

At FC Bayern, the 28-year-old has become an indispensable figure after just a few weeks. In the Bundesliga match against Eintracht Frankfurt, the winger dazzled with two goals and an assist – a performance that earned him the title of "Player of the Match." With this, he has already accumulated nine scorer points in his first ten competitive games for the German record champions.

Meanwhile, his former club views his rise with mixed feelings. Ex-Liverpool striker Daniel Sturridge has strong words: "Luis Diaz is a massive loss for me. If you look at Liverpool last year and how they pressed, he was, in my opinion, the one who set the tone in attacking pressing."

Sturridge particularly praises his mentality: "How tenacious he is on the ball and how much he wants to win it back for his team. He brought something to Liverpool that is now missing. He sacrificed himself defensively. That's exactly what the team needs to address now – who in the offense is willing to make sacrifices," he explained on Sky Sports.

Praise for Diaz in Munich

His commitment is also appreciated in Munich. Coach Vincent Kompany emphasized: "Lucho has been involved from day one." For sporting director Max Eberl, it's clear: "He shows an incredible willingness. We wanted him to bring his qualities forward and also be a defensive support." With his speed, dribbling, and determination, Diaz has already left his mark on Bayern's game early on.

Meanwhile, there is frustration in England. The Reds have recently had to endure several setbacks. Three consecutive competitive defeats, including a bitter 1-2 loss to Chelsea, have not only cost them the top spot in the table but also their confidence.

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The absence of a player like Diaz is now particularly noticeable. The Independent sees Arne Slot's team currently in a fragile state: lacking stability, insufficient penetration, and little defensive relief from the attacking players.

At FC Bayern, however, Diaz has already impressed beyond just his sporting abilities. According to Joshua Kimmich, he has "integrated exceptionally quickly" – both on the field and within the team.

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