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In what will go down as one of the most high-profile transfers of the summer, Liverpool have officially reached an agreement with Bayer Leverkusen for the signing of German sensation Florian Wirtz. The deal is reportedly worth up to €150 million, including performance-based add-ons, making it the most expensive transfer in Liverpool’s history.
The verbal agreement in principle has been in place for weeks, with all personal terms settled on Wirtz’s side earlier in the process. After days of negotiations, the two clubs have now finalized the remaining details, clearing the path for the 21-year-old attacking midfielder to become a new star at Anfield.
Wirtz, who has been one of Europe’s most promising young talents, will officially move from Bayer Leverkusen to Liverpool once the transfer window opens. This blockbuster move signals Liverpool’s intent to rebuild and compete at the highest level under their new era post-Jürgen Klopp.
The German playmaker has been integral to Leverkusen’s success over the past few seasons and was instrumental in their remarkable 2024/25 Bundesliga-winning campaign under Xabi Alonso. Wirtz’s creativity, technical brilliance, and football intelligence have drawn comparisons to legends of the game, and Liverpool’s investment underscores just how highly the club values his potential.
Wirtz's stats from the 2024/25 season further highlight why Liverpool were willing to break the bank for his signature. The young German registered an outstanding 18 goals and provided 21 assists across all competitions for Bayer Leverkusen.
In the Bundesliga alone, Wirtz tallied 12 goals and 15 assists, playing a crucial role in Leverkusen's unbeaten league run. His link-up play, ability to dictate the tempo, and knack for scoring crucial goals in tight matches made him one of the standout performers in Europe this season.
In European competitions, Wirtz continued to shine, contributing with 4 goals and 5 assists as Leverkusen reached the latter stages of the UEFA Champions League.
His stats not only reflect elite-level consistency but also a maturity beyond his years—qualities that Liverpool fans will be eager to see transferred to the Premier League.
As Wirtz prepares to don the iconic red jersey, anticipation is already building around Anfield. Liverpool’s statement signing has the potential to reshape the club’s future—and perhaps the Premier League landscape as well.
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