Liverpool Close to Sealing €130M Deal for Florian Wirtz in Record-Breaking Move
Negotiations between Liverpool and Leverkusen are advancing, with the structure of the add-ons being the final detail to be ironed out.
Bayer Leverkusen midfielder Florian Wirtz. Photo/Getty Images.
By Robert Assad
Liverpool are on the verge of completing a sensational €130 million (£109 million) transfer for Bayer Leverkusen’s star midfielder Florian Wirtz, in what would become the most expensive signing in the club’s history .
The 22-year-old German international has reportedly agreed to personal terms with the Reds, favoring a move to Anfield over interest from Bayern Munich and Manchester City .
Wirtz’s decision is said to be influenced by Liverpool’s vision under manager Arne Slot, who has outlined a central role for him in the team’s future .
Negotiations between Liverpool and Leverkusen are advancing, with the structure of the add-ons being the final detail to be ironed out.
The proposed deal includes a guaranteed fee of around €100 million, with additional performance-related bonuses bringing the total package to €130 million .
Wirtz enjoyed a stellar 2024–25 season, contributing 16 goals and 14 assists as Leverkusen finished second in the Bundesliga . His performances have established him as one of Europe’s most promising attacking talents.
If finalized, this transfer would surpass Liverpool’s previous record signing of Darwin Núñez and could potentially set a new British transfer record, eclipsing the £115 million Chelsea paid for Moisés Caicedo .
The move comes amid significant changes at Anfield, with right-back Trent Alexander-Arnold confirmed to be joining Real Madrid for £10 million .
Liverpool are also reportedly close to signing Leverkusen’s Jeremie Frimpong as a replacement, further strengthening their squad ahead of the new season.
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