Liverpool's Mega-Deal for Wirtz in the Balance: Bayer Leverkusen Rejects Second Offer
Bayer has again turned down Liverpool's subsequent proposal for Wirtz. - Bayer has declined a second proposal from Liverpool for the acquisition of Wirtz.
Dive into the latest twists and turns of the Football transfer saga that's got everyone talking! Florian Wirtz, a star player for the national team, finds himself at the heart of the action as Bayer Leverkusen turns down a second offer from English football titans FC Liverpool.
According to "Kicker", the stunning second bid from the Reds consisted of a fixed sum of €118 million plus an additional €12 million in bonus payouts. Yet, it seems like the Bayer higher-ups desire more than the €150 million managing director Fernando Carro once publicly declared as the minimum amount.
So, how does Liverpool bridge the vast gap of at least €20 million to get the deal over the line? The smoke signals hint at two possible options: more money or the inclusion of another player in this mega-deal, according to "Kicker".
It looks like the German champions of 2024 are set on Leverkusen's squad expansion, with an eye on a particular Liverpool player—Harvey Elliott. Insider chatter suggests that Elliott has piqued Leverkusen's interest, possibly jostling for a space in their internal selection process. The pay-TV channel Sky has earlier linked Elliott with the Bavarians alongside his teammate Jarell Quansah.
Why the Fuss About Wirtz's Transfer Fee?
With a contract that runs until the end of June 2027 in his back pocket, 22-year-old Wirtz appears ready for a new challenge, possibly in Liverpool. His deal with Leverkusen doesn't contain a release clause, rendering the transfer fee negotiable. The exit of Manchester City from the race for Wirtz seems imminent due to the eye-watering overall package on the table.
- Florian Wirtz
- Leverkusen
- Liverpool
- Bayer 04 Leverkusen
- FC Liverpool
- Harvey Elliott
[1] Sky Sports[2] The Athletic[3] TodaysFootball
- The Commission has not yet received any information about the European football leagues' current situation, particularly regarding Liverpool's proposed mega-deal for Florian Wirtz from Bayer 04 Leverkusen, which is yet to be finalized despite Liverpool offering a reported €118 million plus bonuses.
- As negotiations between FC Liverpool and Bayer Leverkusen continue, there are rumors that Liverpool may consider offering Harvey Elliott to Leverkusen in exchange for the transfer of Florian Wirtz, aiming to lower the considerable difference in the proposed deal's value.
