The transfer window is just around the corner and it seems that Arne Slot is not hanging about.
Numerous players have been linked with Liverpool including Jeremie Frimpong.
If reports are true, he is not the only Bundesliga star in Arne Slot’s sights.
Florian Wirtz has emerged as credible target for Liverpool according to Bundesliga insiders.
The German international has enjoyed another outstanding season, contributing 16 goals and 15 assists in 44 appearances across all competitions.
His understated brilliance makes at just 22-years-old make him a no brainer for a Liverpool side needed fresh creative energy next season.
His underlying statistics also showcase why he’s wanted by Europe’s elite:
Florian Wirtz Per 90 Percentile
Assists 0.37 93
xAG: Exp. Assisted Goals 0.27 80
Shot-Creating Actions 5.64 98
Passes Attempted 64.65 98
Progressive Passes 6.91 94
Successful Take-Ons 2.58 96
Now reliable outlet Kicker.de have brought forth a major claim on the German international.
Despite many believing the Bayer Leverkusen star is Bayern Munich bound, Liverpool are reportedly making efforts to seduce the world-class midfielder.
Manchester City and in particular Pep Guardiola are big fans of the Leverkusen academy graduate and have been pushing for his signature in recent weeks.
The German outlet reports that the attacker visited Liverpool on Tuesday along with his parents, who are his advisors.
It was initially reported including from Sky Germany that Wirtz was at the Manchester Club.
Instead, Kicker has sensationally claimed that he instead day trip to Liverpool, reportedly traveling by private jet to inspect the club’s facilities and discuss a potential move.
The Premier League champions face competition from the German champions and rivals Manchester City.
Leverkusen would prefer to sell him to a foreign side rather than to Bundesliga rivals, giving Premier League clubs a potential edge in negotiations over Bayern Munich.
For Liverpool supporters, the potential acquisition of Wirtz represents an exciting possibility.
With impressive statistics of 82 goal contributions in 139 Bundesliga games for Leverkusen, Wirtz has established himself as one of Europe’s brightest talents.
It would also be a serious signal of intent, as the German international is coveted player wanted by Europe’s elite.
With UEFA Nations League fixtures approaching, this transfer story could continue throughout the summer.
Kicker are not the only German outlet to include Liverpool in the Wirtz conversation.
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