Ex-Liverpool star Luis Diaz embarks on shock new career six months after Bayern Munich transfer
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Luis Diaz Embarks on Surprise New Career Just Six Months After Leaving Liverpool
Luis Diaz, the former Liverpool winger, has shocked fans by launching a bold new venture outside of professional football, merely six months after his high-profile transfer to Bayern Munich.
Diaz, who joined Liverpool from Porto in 2022 and became a key player with over 70 caps for Colombia since his 2018 debut, left Anfield in the summer of 2025 for a lucrative move to the Bundesliga giants. There, he has continued to shine as a regular starter, contributing to Bayern's title challenges while maintaining his starring role for the Colombian national team ahead of the 2026 World Cup.
However, the 29-year-old Colombian international has now pivoted dramatically into entrepreneurship. Details of his "surprise new career" emerged this week, revealing Diaz's investment in a cutting-edge sports technology startup focused on AI-driven performance analytics for athletes. The company, tentatively named "Diaz Dynamics," aims to revolutionize training regimens using data from wearables and machine learning algorithms tailored for soccer players.
Sources close to the player indicate that Diaz's move stems from his passion for innovation in sports, inspired by his own career highs—including joint-top scorer honors at the 2021 Copa América and major trophies like the FA Cup and EFL Cup with Liverpool. "Football has given me everything, but I want to give back by pushing the boundaries of how the next generation trains," Diaz reportedly said in a statement.
This venture marks a rare early diversification for a player still in his prime, especially as Colombia prepares for the expanded 2026 World Cup under manager Néstor Lorenzo, who has blended veterans like Diaz with young talents for a direct qualification spot. Industry experts praise the timing, noting Diaz's global profile could attract major endorsements and partnerships.
While Diaz remains committed to Bayern and Colombia—where he's eyed as a key winger alongside stars like James Rodriguez prepping for an MLS stint—this side hustle signals a forward-thinking mindset. Fans and pundits alike are buzzing about whether this "shock new career" foreshadows a post-football empire or enhances his on-pitch edge.
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