Liverpool Nearing Major Deal for Florian Wirtz, per Sky Sports Update
Liverpool are reportedly closing in on a major summer signing, with a deal for Bayer Leverkusen’s Florian Wirtz nearing completion ahead of the transfer window deadline.
Negotiations between the Premier League side and Leverkusen have progressed significantly, with the total value of the deal expected to surpass £100 million.
The 21-year-old German international is said to be fully committed to joining Liverpool, having already declined interest from Bayern Munich. Wirtz sees Anfield as his preferred destination.
Close to Agreement
Sky Germany’s Florian Plettenberg has reported that the clubs are close to a full agreement, with a medical possibly set for next week. This comes after Leverkusen rejected Liverpool’s third offer, estimated at £113 million.
Lewis Steele of the Daily Mail adds that Leverkusen are holding out for around £118 million, with both sides finalizing terms related to performance-based bonuses.
Wirtz’s Desire to Join Liverpool
Wirtz is reportedly eager to become a key figure under new manager Arne Slot, who sees the young star as central to his plans for the 2025/26 campaign. With only two years remaining on his current contract, Leverkusen view this summer as the prime time to cash in.
High Stakes and Big Ambitions
Liverpool are prepared to invest heavily in Wirtz, with a proposed annual salary of around £18.5 million, showing their belief in his long-term value. He is seen as a future Ballon d’Or contender and a potential successor to Mohamed Salah as the team’s attacking leader.
While some minor financial hurdles remain, optimism is high that the deal will be finalized soon—potentially bringing one of Europe’s top young talents to the Premier League.
