The decision to swap Liverpool for Bayern Munich has proven to be a wise one for Luis Díaz, according to the Colombian forward himself. Since his €75 million ($87m) move to the Bundesliga giants last summer, Díaz has been in exceptional form, contributing 23 goals and 18 assists in 40 games. His impact is further highlighted by his performance in the Champions League, where he scored the opening goal in Bayern's 2-1 victory over Real Madrid in the first leg of their quarterfinal. Díaz's satisfaction with his choice is evident, stating, 'Deciding to join Bayern was the right choice. I'm really happy and I enjoy every match. I feel great, I'm in good shape, and that means I'm ready to help the team.'
The key to Bayern's success, according to Díaz, lies in their strong team chemistry and a clear game plan. He remarked, 'We have a clear plan, we're a very close-knit group, and that shows on the pitch.' This cohesion is evident in their performance, as they sit nine points clear at the top of the Bundesliga with six games remaining. Additionally, they are still in the running for the German Cup, with a semifinal against Bayer Leverkusen on the horizon.
Despite their impressive form, Díaz acknowledges that they could have scored more goals against Real Madrid. He said, 'We'd already analyzed Real Madrid, and the move regarding the opening goal went exactly as we'd planned. We felt more comfortable as the game progressed, won the ball back more often, and controlled the game better. That's what we like to do.'
The upcoming return leg against Real Madrid will be a significant test for Bayern, but Díaz is confident in their ability to maintain their performance and secure a favorable result. His satisfaction with the move and the team's performance is clear, and he is eager to continue contributing to Bayern's success, both domestically and in Europe.
