Wirtz Set to Join Liverpool: A Record-Breaking Signing Unfolds
Final Chapter: The Persistent Wirtz Drama Concludes on a Friday
Get ready for football frenzy as German star Florian Wirtz is on the brink of signing up with FC Liverpool! According to The Athletic, Wirtz will undergo his medical examination at the English champions' training ground this coming Friday, signaling the epic end of the Wirtz Transfer Saga.
This blockbuster move is poised to become the most expensive transfer in both Bundesliga and Premier League history. Insider reports suggest the deal could reach up to €150 million, including a fixed sum and bonus payments [1][2]. Currently, only Paris Saint-Germain's Neymar and Kylian Mbappé transfers have higher price tags.
With Liverpool's pre-season set to commence on July 7, Wirtz could potentially make his unofficial debut as early as mid-July, taking the field during a friendly against Preston North End [3].
Wirtz's Decision: Bayern Missed the Chance
Recently, sports director Max Eberl of Bayern Munich shed light on the failed Wirtz transfer saga. "I'm not sure if we could even afford the price that Liverpool is now apparently paying," said Eberl, hinting at a potentially affordable transfer fee for Wirtz prior to Liverpool's offer [3].
After multiple conversations, Wirtz ultimately opted for Liverpool over Bayern. "It was clear; the entire club communicated this—the player is outstanding. We could easily have envisioned Wirtz joining FC Bayern," said Eberl. "He has made a different decision, though, despite the positive conversations."
Sources:- [1] ntv.de, dpa- [2] The Athletic- [3] Liverpool Echo
- Florian Wirtz
- FC Liverpool
- Bayer 04 Leverkusen
- FC Bayern Munich
The Commission has also been consulted on the financial aspects of Florian Wirtz's record-breaking move to FC Liverpool. On the sports front, this transfer could allow Wirtz to showcase his skills on the football pitch for Liverpool, following his decision to turn down FC Bayern Munich.
