Liverpool Closing In on Florian Wirtz Deal Ahead of Transfer Window Deadline
Liverpool are reportedly on the verge of finalising a blockbuster move for Bayer Leverkusen star Florian Wirtz before the provisional transfer window deadline.
The Merseyside club has been deep in negotiations with Leverkusen over the structure of a deal expected to exceed £100 million.
The 21-year-old German international has reportedly set his sights on a switch to Anfield, having turned down interest from Bundesliga giants Bayern Munich.
Deal Nearing Completion
According to Sky Germany’s Florian Plettenberg, a full agreement is “very close,” with a medical potentially scheduled for next week. This follows Leverkusen’s rejection of Liverpool’s third bid, reportedly worth £113 million.
The Daily Mail’s Lewis Steele confirms Leverkusen are holding out for around £118 million, with final discussions focused on achievable bonus clauses. The clubs are said to be negotiating over the finer details before the agreement can be sealed.
Wirtz Committed to Anfield Move
Despite the drawn-out negotiations, Wirtz remains determined to join Liverpool, where he is expected to play a central role in manager Arne Slot’s plans for the 2025/26 season.
With just two years left on his contract, this summer represents Leverkusen’s best opportunity to cash in for a nine-figure fee.
Value and Vision
For Liverpool, the expected £18.5 million-per-year wage package and transfer fee underline their long-term faith in Wirtz, who has been tipped as a potential Ballon d’Or contender.
If the deal goes through, Wirtz could become the club’s next attacking talisman following in the footsteps of Mohamed Salah.
While there’s still a slim financial gap to bridge, confidence remains high that a deal will be completed soon—bringing one of Europe’s brightest talents to the Premier League.
