Liverpool are preparing to smash their transfer record with a staggering £100 million move for Bayer Leverkusen's German wonderkid Florian Wirtz, according to exclusive reports from Germany.
The Next German Superstar
Florian Wirtz has emerged as one of European football's most coveted talents after a spectacular season with Bundesliga champions Bayer Leverkusen. The 21-year-old attacking midfielder played a pivotal role in Leverkusen's historic unbeaten league campaign, attracting attention from Europe's elite clubs.
Liverpool's Ambitious Plans
New Liverpool head coach Arne Slot has identified Wirtz as his primary transfer target, with the Reds willing to break the bank to secure the German international's signature. The proposed deal would shatter Liverpool's current transfer record of £75 million paid for Virgil van Dijk in 2018.
However, Liverpool face significant competition from German giants Bayern Munich, who see Wirtz as the natural successor to Thomas Müller and are determined to keep the prodigious talent within the Bundesliga.
Timing is Everything
Sources suggest any transfer is unlikely to occur this summer, with Leverkusen determined to retain their star player for at least one more season. The more probable scenario sees Liverpool making their move in 2025, when Wirtz's release clause reportedly becomes active.
"This would be a statement signing for Liverpool, demonstrating their ambition to compete for the biggest talents in world football," said a source close to the negotiations. "But Bayern won't give up without a fight."
What Wirtz Would Bring to Anfield
- Creative brilliance in the final third
- Exceptional technical ability and vision
- Proven goal-scoring record from midfield
- Experience winning major trophies
- Versatility across attacking positions
The battle for Florian Wirtz's signature represents one of the most intriguing transfer sagas developing in European football, with Liverpool ready to make a monumental financial commitment to secure one of Germany's brightest talents.
