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Luis Díaz

Luis Díaz is a Colombian professional footballer who plays as a forward, most often from the left wing, for Bayern Munich and the Colombia national team.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Luis Díaz is a Colombian professional footballer who plays as a forward, most often from the left wing, for Bayern Munich and the Colombia national team. He began his senior career in Colombia, rose to prominence with Porto and Liverpool, and has been a regular international since 2018.

Early life and youth career

Luis Díaz was born in Barrancas, La Guajira, Colombia, and developed as a footballer before entering senior club football in Colombia.

Club career

Díaz began his professional career with Barranquilla before moving to Atlético Junior. He joined Porto in 2019 and won domestic league and cup honours in Portugal. He transferred to Liverpool in 2022 and later moved to Bayern Munich in 2025.

International career

Díaz made his senior debut for Colombia in 2018 and has earned over 70 caps. He helped Colombia finish third at the 2021 Copa América and runner-up at the 2024 tournament.

Playing style

Sources describe Díaz as a fast, energetic attacker who is comfortable on the left wing and through the centre. He is known for pace, acceleration and dribbling on the wing.

Honours and achievements

His club honours include domestic titles in Colombia, Portugal and England, along with international recognition such as the Copa América Golden Boot in 2021.

Key facts

  • Luis Díaz began his professional career with Barranquilla before moving to Atlético Junior.
  • He joined Porto in 2019 and won domestic league and cup honours in Portugal.
  • He transferred to Liverpool in 2022 and later moved to Bayern Munich in 2025.
  • He made his senior debut for Colombia in 2018 and has earned over 70 caps.
  • He helped Colombia finish third at the 2021 Copa América and runner-up at the 2024 tournament.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Luis Díaz?
Luis Díaz is a Colombian professional footballer who plays as a forward and winger for Bayern Munich and the Colombia national team.
When was Luis Díaz born?
He was born on 13 January 1997.
Which clubs has Luis Díaz played for?
He has played for Barranquilla, Atlético Junior, Porto, Liverpool and Bayern Munich.
What position does Luis Díaz play?
He is primarily a forward or left winger, though some sources list him more broadly as an attacker.
When did Luis Díaz debut for Colombia?
He made his senior international debut in 2018.
What is Luis Díaz known for?
He is known for speed, dribbling, acceleration and direct attacking play from wide areas.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Luis_D%C3%ADaz_(footballer,_born_1997)
    Supports: Career timeline, club honours, senior international debut, Copa América achievements.
  2. ESPN — https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/257390/luis-diaz
    Supports: Birth date, nationality, position, current club.
  3. FC Bayern Munich — https://fcbayern.com/en/teams/first-team/luis-diaz
    Supports: Current club, nationality, birthplace, playing profile.
  4. Liverpool FC — https://www.liverpoolfc.com/info/luis-diaz
    Supports: Liverpool career span, appearances, goals and honours.
  5. UEFA — https://www.uefa.com/uefachampionsleague/clubs/players/250132811--luis-diaz/
    Supports: Club and national-team position, shirt number, date of birth.
  6. Wikipedia — https://es.wikipedia.org/wiki/Luis_D%C3%ADaz
    Supports: National team debut date and caps/goals total as reported in the player infobox.