Wirtz Agrees Personal Terms with Liverpool Amid Transfer Buzz
Liverpool have reportedly reached a personal agreement with Bayer Leverkusen’s rising star Florian Wirtz. The deal, a five-year contract, would make the 22-year-old the club’s second-highest earner. However, what’s turning heads is the possible transfer fee — rumored to exceed €150 million.
Private Jet Visit Raises Eyebrows
According to Kicker.de, Wirtz recently flew to Liverpool in a private jet accompanied by his parents (who also act as his agents) for a discreet visit to the club’s training ground. This follows earlier rumors of interest from Manchester City, but the visit suggests Liverpool now lead the chase for the highly sought-after playmaker.
One of Europe’s Finest Young Talents
After playing a key role in Bayer Leverkusen’s unbeaten Bundesliga title campaign under Xabi Alonso, Wirtz posted 16 goals and 15 assists in 44 games — showcasing exceptional skill, intelligence, and attacking instinct.
His 2023/24 stats underscore his elite performance level:
- Assists per 90 mins: 0.37 (93rd percentile)
- Shot-Creating Actions per 90: 5.64 (98th percentile)
- Progressive Passes per 90: 6.91 (94th percentile)
- Successful Take-Ons per 90: 2.58 (96th percentile)
With 82 goal contributions in just 139 Bundesliga matches, Wirtz is already operating at a world-class level — and he’s only 22.
Arne Slot’s Liverpool Era Takes Shape
If the deal goes through, Wirtz would headline Liverpool’s ambitious rebuild under new manager Arne Slot. Following the signing of Jeremie Frimpong, the club seems focused on bringing in proven Bundesliga talent to revitalize the squad.
Leverkusen are reportedly more inclined to sell Wirtz to a club outside Germany, which may give Liverpool an advantage over domestic rivals like Bayern Munich.
What’s Ahead?
With the summer transfer window open and the UEFA Nations League ongoing, a decision on Wirtz’s future could come soon. Should Liverpool finalize the move, it could usher in a bold new creative chapter at Anfield — led by a generational midfield talent
