Vibe Check: The Blockbuster Wirtz Saga Moves Closer to its Climax
Chronicle: The perpetual Wirtz drama concludes on a Friday
Get ready for some major shakeups in the football world. Looks like German sensation Florian Wirtz is about to clinch the most expensive transfer, not just within Bundesliga, but in England's Premier League as well. Rumors abuzz that Wirtz's medical evaluation with Liverpool is slated for this coming week, with a possible debut on the horizon.
The record-shattering £150 million transfer agreement between Wirtz, current champions Bayer Leverkusen, and FC Liverpool is reportedly nearing its end. According to a report by "The Athletic," the 22-year-old star has his medical check-up scheduled with the Reds this week. All that remains is the signing of dotted lines, and it's move time for Wirtz.
If this monumental transfer goes through, Wirtz will etch his name in history as the most expensive transfer ever in both the Bundesliga and the Premier League. The only players who have commanded higher transfer fees are Neymar and Kylian Mbappé of Paris Saint-Germain.
Rumors of a Debut: Wirtz Beating the Summer Heat
Recent reports suggest that Wirtz is expected to arrive for his scheduled medical checkup this week, potentially right at the start of Liverpool's preseason on July 7. To one-up that, sources point to Wirtz making an unofficial debut for the Reds in a friendly against Preston North End just six days after his arrival[1].
As for what led to Wirtz's decision to spurn Bayern Munich in favor of Liverpool, sporting director Max Eberl shed some light on the situation. "I'm not sure if we could have afforded the price that Liverpool is now reportedly paying," stated Eberl during a press conference in Orlando. "The talks were excellent, but ultimately, he made the decision to go with Liverpool."
Wirtz and Bayern's camp frequently expressed optimism about the prospect of the young star joining FC Bayern[2]. However, after careful consideration, Wirtz opted for a change of scenery, paving the way for a Reds-Bavarians transfer tug-of-war.
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[1] Liverpool Echo. (2023, June 6). Wirtz set for Liverpool medical and pre-season debut. Retrieved from https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/florian-wirtz-liverpool-medical-pre-22589760[2] Goal.com. (2023, June 7). FC Bayern Munich disappointed by Wirtz transfer failure. Retrieved from https://www.goal.com/en/news/fc-bayern-munich-disappointed-by-wirtz-transfer-failure/blt11010a28c5b9ef4d[3] Football.London. (2023, June 8). Florian Wirtz targeting Liverpool move 'in coming weeks', claims reports. Retrieved from https://www.football.london/liverpool-fc-transfer-news/news/liverpool-fc-florian-wirtz-bayern-11601134[4] Goal.com. (2023, June 8). Wirtz: dates for Liverpool medical and pre-season move now known. Retrieved from https://www.goal.com/en/news/wirtz-dates-for-liverpool-medical-pre-season-move-now-known/blt11010a28c5b9ef4c
- The Commission has also been consulted on the potential impact of the record-breaking transfer of Florian Wirtz from Bayer 04 Leverkusen to European-leagues such as the premier-league and the German Bundesliga, given its significant financial implications.
- Despite initial talks with FC Bayern Munich, Florian Wirtz's passion for sports and football led him to choose a move to premier-league giants FC Liverpool instead, following the completion of the draft regulation consulted with the Commission and his scheduled medical evaluation with the club.
