Reports indicate Wirtz's potential transfer is not headed to Bayern Munich, but instead Liverpool FC.
Bayern Munich may face stiff competition in their pursuit of German midfielder Florian Wirtz, as recent reports suggest Liverpool FC has moved closer to signing the promising 22-year-old. According to Sky, Bild, and Kicker, Wirtz has agreed to a move to Liverpool, pending a transfer agreement between the English club and Bayer Leverkusen.
Wirtz's contract with Leverkusen remains valid until 2027, with Bayer having set a €150 million price tag on his exceptional talent. It is believed that a conversation with Liverpool coach Arne Slot was instrumental in persuading Wirtz to consider a move to Anfield. However, as of this writing, Liverpool has yet to submit an offer to Leverkusen.
Meanwhile, Real Madrid has expressed a keen interest in the German national player, with incoming coach Xabi Alonso advocating for his acquisition. Alonso has shared his conviction that Wirtz possesses the ability to become a Ballon d'Or winner and brings something unique to the table. However, securing Wirtz's services will not come easily, as both Bayern Munich and Manchester City are also reportedly vying for the Bayer Leverkusen star.
Former Bayern Munich president Uli Hoeneß and Karl-Heinz Rummenigge had expressed their desire to bring Wirtz to Munich, but the hope of a transfer duel with Liverpool FC seems to have dwindled with the Wirtz camp's reported inclination towards Liverpool.
Bayer Leverkusen values Wirtz highly, making any sale likely to be a significant financial undertaking. Balancing the club's reluctance to sell to domestic rivals with the attractive offers from potential suitors, the race for Wirtz's signature promises to be an intriguing battle in the upcoming transfer market.
European leagues are abuzz with the potential transfer of German midfielder Florian Wirtz, with Liverpool FC and Real Madrid expressly interested. Despite initial hopes of Bayern Munich securing Wirtz's services, recent developments suggest Wirtz might lean towards Liverpool, potentially sparking a transfer duel among European powerhouses.
