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“I thought I was in FIFA” – Bryan Zaragoza looks back on “very difficult” time at Bayern

Bryan Zaragoza has admitted that joining Bayern Munich was a "very difficult step" – but he has no regrets about his move to Germany.

By Rune Gjerulff · Bulinews

Published: Thursday, 1 October 2026 at 8:45 AM

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Bryan Zaragoza described his move to Bayern Munich as a very difficult step, comparing the experience to being in FIFA.
Zaragoza cited language barriers, the weather, and intense competition from players like Jamal Musiala for his limited playing time.
The 25-year-old made only seven appearances for Bayern Munich before embarking on multiple loan spells.

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Bryan Zaragoza reflected on his difficult transfer from Granada to Bayern Munich, comparing meeting star teammates to being in a FIFA video game. Speaking to Cadena SER, the winger acknowledged that leaving his comfort zone, adjusting to a new language and climate, and competing against players like Jamal Musiala, Kingsley Coman, and Serge Gnabry proved very challenging.

After making only seven appearances for Bayern, Zaragoza experienced several loan spells and is currently at Espanyol, who hold an €8 million obligation to buy him under specific conditions. Despite his struggles in Munich, the 25-year-old emphasized that he has no regrets about taking the step.

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“I thought I was in FIFA” – Bryan Zaragoza looks back on “very difficult” time at Bayern

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