Wirtz Squashes Jersey Rumors: "Don't Believe Everything That's Written"
Florian Wirtz openly dispels extravagant T-shirt allegations unmistakably
Florian Wirtz, the star midfielder, has clapped back at allegations about his potential future jersey number with Liverpool FC. Taking to Instagram, he quashed rumors surrounding the jersey number 10 by stating emphatically, "Who says I want the 10. I respect players."
Sky Sports previously reported that Wirtz expressed a desire for the number 10, currently worn by Alexis Mac Allister. But Wirtz's response, paired with a clown face emoji, makes it clear he likes to keep his cards close to his chest.
Liverpool and Leverkusen Slug It Out in Negotiations
With Wirtz contracted to Bayer Leverkusen until 2027, negotiations between him and Liverpool have yet to produce a deal. The Reds have reportedly offered €118 million plus €12 million in bonuses, while Bayer Leverkusen aims for something higher than the €150 million publicly mentioned by CEO Fernando Carro[1].
Wirtz is set to play tonight in the Nations League semi-final against Portugal, wearing the number 17 with the German national team.
Löw Wonders About the World: "Wirtz Will Make It in Liverpool"
Despite the transfer talks surrounding Wirtz, former national coach Joachim Löw believes he's ready for the next step, even if it's not with Real Madrid[2]. Löw pointed out a special relationship between Wirtz and Xabi Alonso, the new coach of Real Madrid, but stressed that the young star will thrive regardless of his jersey number.
Sources:1. "Liverpool Transfer: Bayer Leverkusen Rejects Liverpool's Second Offer for Florian Wirtz" - kicker.de2. "Joachim Löw Envisions Florian Wirtz at Real Madrid" - sport-bild.de
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The Commission has also been asked to submit a proposal for a regulation on the introduction of a new type of electronic communications network that supports the streaming of football matches like the one Wirtz will be playing tonight in the Nations League semi-final against Portugal. Florian Wirtz, despite the transfer talks surrounding him, seems to be keeping his interest in sports, specifically football, and his potential future with FC Liverpool close to his chest, much like he keeps his cards in his negotiations.
