Liverpool have made a bold move in their pursuit of Florian Wirtz, submitting a second, improved offer for the Bayer Leverkusen attacker.
As negotiations progress, the deal edges closer to breaking the club’s all-time transfer record.
After seeing an initial bid of £85 million ($115M) rejected, the Reds have now reportedly returned with a proposal worth £109 million ($147M) plus add-ons, according to BBC.
This signals Liverpool’s intent to wrap up the deal swiftly and beat off interest from rival clubs.
Leverkusen reportedly set their asking price at around £126 million ($170M), but they may agree to a compromise since the move isn’t to a Bundesliga competitor.
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How Wirtz could fit into Arne Slot’s system
Arne Slot’s detailed tactical plan reportedly played a key role in convincing the 22-year-old to make the switch to Anfield.
Leverkusen managing director Simon Rolfes confirmed Liverpool’s “concrete” interest in the player (via reports by Liverpool.com).
If the deal is finalised, Wirtz will follow teammate Jeremie Frimpong to Merseyside, forming part of Slot’s new attacking blueprint.
If they accept the bid, Wirtz’s arrival will shatter Liverpool’s current transfer record, which Darwin Nunez set in 2022.
Fans and analysts across Europe widely regard Wirtz, recently crowned Bundesliga Player of the Season, as one of the brightest attacking prospects.
His versatility makes him capable of operating as an attacking midfielder, false nine, or striker, making him a perfect tactical fit.
As negotiations continue, Liverpool fans wait in anticipation for what could be the most transformative signing of the Arne Slot era.
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