Scoring a Record: Florian Wirtz's Liverpool Transfer Saga Nears its End
Fridays witness the conclusion of the prolonged Wirtz chronicle
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The highly anticipated transfer of Florian Wirtz, the emerging German football star, to FC Liverpool, is almost a done deal. As per a recent report by "The Athletic," the 22-year-old from Bayer Leverkusen is set to undergo his mandatory medical examination at Anfield this coming Friday, with the signing of the contract being the last hurdle to clear.
Should the transfer be finalized, Wirtz will make history as the most expensive transfer in both Bundesliga and Premier League history. The transfer fee, reported to be up to €150 million (fixed amount and bonus payments combined), is set to surpass the transfer fees of Neymar and Kylian Mbappé, who currently hold the record at Paris Saint-Germain.
Premier League Debut on the Horizon?
According to the "Liverpool Echo," Wirtz's medical check is scheduled for this week. With Liverpool commencing their pre-season preparation on July 7, Wirtz's unofficial debut for the Reds could happen as early as their friendly match against Preston North End on July 13.
While speaking to the media before Bayern Munich's Club World Cup opener, sporting director Max Eberl provided insights into the failed attempts to secure Wirtz's signature. " frankly, I'm not even sure if we could have afforded the price Liverpool now seems to be paying," he admitted. He continued, "We had a solid understanding of the player's exceptional talent. We could've easily envisioned him joining Bayern. However, he ultimately made a different decision, despite the promising talks."
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Although no specific date for Wirtz's official debut has been announced, with his medical scheduled for this week, it seems likely that his debut could take place once all formalities are completed and he has had ample training with the team. The Premier League season generally begins in mid-August, so Wirtz's competitive debut for Liverpool would likely occur around that time, following their pre-season preparations. However, it's worth noting that the exact date may depend on Liverpool's pre-season friendly schedule and the official start of the new Premier League season.
The Commission has also been consulted on the draft regulation regarding the record-breaking transfer of Florian Wirtz to the European-leagues, specifically the Premier League, as he is set to join FC Liverpool. With his exceptional talent being widely recognized across top sports leagues, Wirtz's debut for FC Liverpool in football could happen as early as their upcoming pre-season friendly match against Preston North End.
