Bayern Munich’s Luis Díaz: ‘I want to enjoy it and create those chaotic moments’

The former Liverpool winger speaks about his hot start at Bayern, playing with Harry Kane, and hopes for the 2026 World Cup

After leaving Liverpool this past summer, Luis Diaz has had a strong start at Bayern Munich under Vincent Kompany, having accumulated 18 goal contributions (12 goals, six assists) in all competitions. Bayern manager Vincent Kompany gave Diaz a few days off to press the reset button after his sending off against PSG, but now the 28-year-old winger is back and ready to wrap up the year as Bayern play their final game of 2025 this Sunday when they travel to Heidenheim. I spoke to the Colombian star about his new club, life in Germany and next summer's World Cup, which includes a headline matchup against Cristiano Ronaldo's Portugal.

This interview has been lightly edited for length and clarity.