Bayer Leverkusen LeverFlorian Wirtz has rejected a move to Liverpool in the last minute to join this Premier League club
Bayer Leverkusen and Liverpool have reached a verbal agreement for the transfer of Florian Wirtz, with the Reds set to pay a whopping €150 million. This deal would make Wirtz the most expensive German player, the most expensive player in Premier League history, and the third most expensive player globally.
The Transfer Details
The agreement was reportedly finalized while Wirtz was representing Germany at the UEFA Nations League final four. Liverpool had made several offers, but Leverkusen held firm, backed by Bayer AG, insisting on a deal worth around €150 million. Wirtz is expected to travel to Liverpool soon for a medical examination and contract signing.
Wirtz’s Impact
Wirtz’s impressive skills and productivity make him an exciting addition to Liverpool. In the 2023/24 season, he dominated German football, scoring 11 goals and 12 assists in 32 games as Leverkusen won the Bundesliga title undefeated. Although Leverkusen’s performance dipped slightly this season, Wirtz continued to shine, scoring 10 goals and 13 assists in 30 Bundesliga games, as well as 6 goals and 1 assist in 9 Champions League games.
Record-Breaking Transfer
This transfer would surpass the €121 million Chelsea paid for Enzo Fernández and the €133 million (including add-ons) Chelsea paid for Moisés Caicedo. For Leverkusen, the deal is significant, almost matching the combined value of Kai Havertz’s two transfers – €80 million to Chelsea in 2020 and €75 million to Arsenal in 2023.
What to Expect
Wirtz’s arrival would bring a new dimension to Liverpool’s history, with the club never having spent more than €100 million on a player before. Darwin Núñez holds the current record, having been signed for €85 million. Wirtz’s talent and market value of €140 million suggest he has the potential to make a significant impact at Liverpool [21].
