Bayern boss Vincent Kompany praises Luis Diaz amid Liverpool links
Bayern Munich manager Vincent Kompany has heavily praised Luis Diaz following a stellar debut campaign in Germany, amid suggestions the winger could make a shock return to Liverpool.
The 29-year-old departed Anfield for the Bundesliga last summer in a lucrative deal worth £65.5m.
The Colombian international has flourished since his arrival at the Allianz Arena, registering 23 goals and 18 assists across all competitions.
Speaking after a midweek Champions League victory over Real Madrid, the former Manchester City captain hailed the club’s hierarchy for securing the attacker.
“Lucho brings a lot to the team; he can dribble, create chances, and finish,” Kompany stated.
“But what makes him special is his mentality; he’s not afraid of chaos and becomes a threat in those situations.”
Gerrard urges Anfield return
Kompany’s glowing assessment arrives shortly after Steven Gerrard publicly urged his former club to re-sign the dynamic forward.
Liverpool are currently facing a major transitional period with talismanic winger Mohamed Salah scheduled to depart Merseyside this summer.
Influential left-back Andy Robertson has also confirmed his intention to leave the Premier League side when his current contract expires.
“I wouldn’t mind Diaz back,” the former Reds captain told TNT Sports when discussing potential attacking replacements.
Olise also on the radar
Gerrard also highlighted another Bayern star, Michael Olise, as an ideal candidate to fill the imminent void on the right flank.
The French playmaker is enjoying a sensational season of his own in Bavaria, boasting 16 goals and an eye-watering 29 assists.
“I would love him at Liverpool, but why would he leave Bayern Munich? They’re challenging for the big honours,” Gerrard noted.
Securing either player will prove exceptionally difficult for Liverpool’s recruitment team over the coming months.
Both attacking talents are firmly tied down to the German giants with respective contracts running until the summer of 2029.
