Bayern is determined to pursue Díaz; Rodrigo is less impressive than Antony in La Liga, and Díaz is a high-quality player.

Real Madrid has many high-priced players, but the actual market is limited. For instance, Rodrigo's value has decreased from €100 million to €90 million, yet it still seems high. With Gonzalo García shining in the Club World Cup, Rodrigo is no longer part of Alonso's plans. In this situation, few teams are inquiring about Rodrigo, while Liverpool's Díaz has significant market appeal. Barcelona, unable to afford him, opted to loan Rashford instead, and Bayern is firmly pursuing Díaz. The player desires to leave, as his weekly wage is only £55,000, whereas his teammate Chiesa, a marginal player, earns £150,000 per week. It's understandable that Díaz wants to depart from Liverpool after being drained for several years.

Some might ask how a younger, higher-valued player like Rodrigo can be less effective than Díaz. The reality is that Díaz is a ready-to-play asset, energetic, and a team player, making him well-suited for both Barcelona and Bayern. In contrast, Rodrigo has been inconsistent, lacks defensive skills, and has struggled with goal efficiency, facing nearly five months without scoring. After Ancelotti's departure, Alonso has sidelined him, and he is not a key player for the Brazilian national team. Coupled with a somewhat chaotic personal life, he resembles the trajectory of former Serie A top scorer Icardi. From a La Liga perspective, Rodrigo's tactical contributions are even less impactful than those of his Brazil teammate Antony. Thus, Bayern's focus on Díaz and disregard for Rodrigo is entirely justifiable.

• Díaz: 28 years old, valued at €70 million, right-footed left winger, with 17 goals and 6 assists in 50 matches last season.
• Rodrigo: 24 years old, valued at €90 million, right-footed left winger (can only play right winger at Real Madrid), with 14 goals and 9 assists in 51 matches last season. He appeared 3 times in the 2025 Club World Cup, starting once and coming off the bench twice, totaling 92 minutes, with 0 goals and 1 assist.

Díaz or Rodrigo, who would you choose?