Liverpool has a step closer to completing a sensational transfer for the German Superstar Florian Wirtz, because Bayern Munich allows the playmaker to probably not come to them this summer, has claimed a report.
The 22-year-old is central to a struggle between the European giants, with first reports that indicate that he preferred a switch to the Bundesliga champions.
Wirtz, who was named Bundesliga player of the year during the incredible title-winning 2023-24 campaign of Bayer Leverkusen, is said to be supposed to give preference to an move to Anfield.
According to athletics, however, a transfer is still far from, where the Reds still have to agree with Leverkusen for the star, which would probably order a British transfer costs to leave the club.
The report also claims that Wirtz has already visited the northwest of England to look for houses to live in, he was allowed to join the newly crowned Premier League champions.
The attacking midfielder is one of the most sought after attackers in world football and was identified as the successor to Kevin De Bruyne in Manchester City before the Cityzens stopped the race for his signature earlier this month.
City Chiefs had held conversations with the Wirtz camp, but withdrew from the running, referring to the astronomical fee needed to sign him.
The club claimed that the deal to land Wirtz would be the largest in the club's history and possibly count £ 250 million with wages and bonuses.
Leverkusen lose Jeremie Frimpong to Liverpool, where manager Xabi Alonso takes over at Real Madrid. But Wirtz – with 23 target contributions this season – is the jewel in the crown.
Earlier this month, Wirtz told Sports Illustrated that at some point he was' absolutely enthusiastic 'to leave his comfort zone and experience something new'.
His contract in the Bayarena runs until 2027. The CEO of the club Fernando Carro said in April that Wirtz had a 'very big chance' to stay in Leverkusen.
His signing would represent a large coup for the Reds if they build a team that is able to defend their Premier League crown and a challenge for the Champions League.
In addition to the Frimpong and Wirtz, the side of Arne Slot are also heavily connected to a movement for Bournemouth Full-back Milos Kerkez, while further movements are also on the cards.