Strong Bayern start: Why Diaz feels so at home in Munich | OneFootball

In recent years, FC Bayern has made some spectacular transfers, but not every one of them made an immediate impact. With Luis Diaz, things have been different so far. The Colombian not only feels comfortable on the pitch, but has also quickly settled in off the field.

After the first few weeks wearing the record champions’ jersey, the 28-year-old is showing top form. The offensive player told BILD: “The team makes things very easy for me on the pitch. We have many great players, especially in attack, who not only want to score themselves but also help their teammates. That gives me a lot of security and confidence. It’s incredible to play attacks with them. They have so much quality. I am really, really happy and feel even better and more comfortable.”

In the clear 4-0 home win against Werder Bremen, Diaz set up the 2-0 perfectly and, with his speed and drive forward, was almost unstoppable for long stretches. The opening goal was also down to him: after an acrobatic assist from Jonathan Tah, the Colombian decisively redirected the ball with his knee – although the goal was officially credited to Tah.

Recognition wasn’t long in coming. Joshua Kimmich had words of praise for the newcomer after the match: “He always radiates an extreme passion for football. You never get the feeling that he’s tired. He always wants the ball and always wants to play forward.”

Diaz on Munich: “Honestly, I didn’t expect this”

Until he was substituted in the 84th minute, Diaz remained a constant driving force. Four goals and three assists in his first eight competitive matches speak for themselves.

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But things are going well for the winger off the pitch as well. Life in Munich also seems to suit him. Speaking to BILD, he added: “The city is spectacularly beautiful. Honestly, I didn’t expect that. People are very kind to me and my family, and there’s a lot to do here with the kids. We’ve already spent a lot of time in the beautiful parks and we also enjoy trying out restaurants.”

Diaz also clearly stated his sporting goals with FC Bayern: “I will give everything to score many goals and provide many assists. How many that will be is in God’s hands. But above all, I want to win every competition with the team.”

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