Florian Wirtz, one of German football's golden boys, could make his choice this summer with a string of interested top European clubs. However, it seems that Bayer Leverkusen will now win the battle for its future.
According to Kicker in Germany, Wirtz has extended his contract with Leverkusen until at least 2027, in a deal that has already been completed. His current contract expires in 2026 and it was therefore widely expected that he would leave Die Werkself this summer. Their information is that Wirtz's gratitude to Leverkusen for their role in his career was key to the deal.
Real Madrid were one of the interested parties in Wirtz, as they see him not only as a generational talent, but also as a potential successor to Luka Modric in their midfield. Manchester City are also interested in Wirtz, while Bayern Munich are keen to unite Wirtz with his friend and compatriot Jamal Musiala, but it seems all three will remain disappointed.
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