'I always want to play' - Luis Diaz calls for more competition at Bayern Munich

The Colombia international enjoyed an impressive first campaign in Germany, scoring 26 goals and providing 19 assists in 51 competitive appearances.

His numbers have dropped this season, with Diaz scoring just once in six matches so far.

The 29-year-old said having another option in his position could have helped Bayern during difficult periods.

"Of course, I always want to play, I love to play. That's normal," Diaz told Sky Germany.

"But if there's someone there who can help out in my position, they're welcome. That helps a lot when things aren't going well.

"Then the teammate is there to help you, and you can take turns. That's very important. I would have liked it, but it didn't happen."

Arijon Ibrahimovic had been expected to provide cover for Diaz but left Bayern to join Augsburg during the summer.

Diaz, however, believes Bayern's early-season struggles are understandable after a demanding period for many of the club's players.

"We're not at that level yet, but I think that's normal," he said.

"Normal because we've had a heavy workload before and during the summer. We've played an incredible number of important matches in recent months.

"Big games in the Champions League, in the cup. Many of us were also at the World Cup afterwards. Then you have comparatively little vacation time to other seasons.

"And then it's normal that the first few games can be difficult."

Bayern will look to return to winning ways when they face Union Berlin in the Bundesliga on Friday at the Allianz Arena in Munich.

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