- Kroos Advised Wirtz and Alonso: "Only Leverkusen Remains as Option"
Bundesliga Star Wirtz Linked with Imminent Move to Liverpool
World Cup winner Toni Kroos has expressed his admiration for Bayer Leverkusen's Florian Wirtz, hinting at the likelihood of the 22-year-old midfielder's departure from the German club. Speaking on the sidelines of his Icon League event in Berlin, Kroos stated, "He's so good that he can make an impact anywhere." Rumors suggest that Wirtz could be joining English champions FC Liverpool, although negotiations between the two parties are ongoing.
The transfer saga surrounding Wirtz has been the topic of much speculation this summer, with multiple reports noting Liverpool's strong interest. It has been reported that Wirtz has already made up his mind to join the Reds, with an official bid in excess of €100 million already tabled by the club. Furthermore, Liverpool is reportedly in an "increasingly strong position" due to Wirtz's preference for the club and their willingness to pay a substantial fee.
While German record champions Bayern Munich were previously considered favorites for Wirtz's signature, recent developments suggest a move to Bavaria is highly unlikely. Toni Kroos added, "It was just obvious to everyone that he was going to Bayern. I didn't know that and didn't believe it at first when someone wrote it."
Real Madrid, Kroos' former club, will be coached by Xabi Alonso in the future. Alonso, who previously coached Bayer Leverkusen, will be presented as the new coach on Monday. Kroos downplayed the significance of Alonso's move to the Spanish giants, stating, "I don't put much stock in premature praise, I prefer to wait until it's confirmed."
As Wirtz's potential move to Liverpool gains momentum, industry insiders and transfer experts expect the deal to be completed, with only the finer details remaining to be settled. The main obstacles remain the negotiation of the transfer fee and the structure of add-ons, but a compromise is expected as both parties are motivated to finalize the deal.
Should Wirtz complete his move to Liverpool, he would join a star-studded attacking corps, potentially easing the competition for places at Real Madrid. In the meantime, fans of both clubs eagerly await further developments in this highly anticipated transfer story.
The European leagues, including Laliga, have been following the transfer developments of Florian Wirtz with interest, as favorable negotiations point towards his potential move from Bayer Leverkusen to European champions, FC Liverpool. In light of this, the Commission has also been asked to submit a proposal for a Council Regulation on the application of the principle of equal treatment for men and women in matters of football transfer fees and salaries.
