Liverpool reportedly held a secret meeting with Florian Wirtz in an attempt to hijack the transfer of Manchester City.
The German superstar stuck in conversations with the citizens prior to a potential transfer of £ 126 million.
Pep Guardiola's side hoped to convince the attacking midfielder to choose the Etihad over Bayern Munich.
The Bayer Leverkusen Ace is seen by the Spanish manager as the number 1 goal to replace the outgoing Kevin De Bruyne.
The club had spoken with the father and agent of the player Hans prior to what a British transfer record movement would be.
The reimbursement of £ 126 million would surpass the £ 115 million that Chelsea came out in 2023 for Moises Caicedo from Brighton.
However, fresh reports have claimed that Liverpool is ready to hijack the deal.
German Outlet Bild has claimed that the Reds held a secret meeting with Wirtz on Tuesday.
His contract in the Bayarena will end in 2027, but he is expected to move this summer.
Bayern Munich is also much interested in signing the talented German international.
The report has also suggested that the Bundesliga champions are convinced that they will win the race for his signature.
It claims that the club heads are “trust” that Wirtz will keep his “promise” and move to the Allianz Arena.
Wirtz, 22, excelled again this season, despite the fact that Leverkusen did not defend their Bundesliga title.
The midfielder has contributed ten goals and 12 assists in just 30 league games.
In the meantime, Man City has also approached AC Milan to sign Tijjani Reijnders, 26, although they still have to make an offer.
Milan wants about £ 60 million for the Dutch midfielder, which would make him their greatest sales in their history.
The two clubs still have a negotiation to complete via right back Kyle Walker, 34, which is on loan for the rest of the season in the Serie A-Outfit from City.
City is also interested in Nottingham Forest Star Morgan-Gibbs White, 25.
However, Newcastle will fight against every city attempt to sign England star Tino Livramento.
The defender seemed since he came up to become Toon's first choice Resteback for Kieran Trippier.