Liverpool’s Record-Breaking Bid for Florian Wirtz Nears Conclusion

Liverpool FC is on the verge of shattering the British transfer record with a potential €150M (£126M) move for Bayer Leverkusen’s star midfielder, Florian Wirtz, as of June 3, 2025. The 22-year-old German prodigy, who notched 11 goals and 11 assists in the 2023–24 Bundesliga season, has been a long-standing target for the Reds. After Leverkusen rejected two bids, the latest at €130M, Liverpool remain optimistic, with a new round of talks scheduled this week, according to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano.

Wirtz, voted Bundesliga Player of the Season in 2023–24, has reportedly expressed a desire to wear Liverpool’s iconic number 10 shirt—currently donned by Alexis Mac Allister, a key figure in their 2024–25 Premier League triumph. This demand has sparked debate among fans, with some questioning squad dynamics given the shirt’s storied history with legends like John Barnes and Sadio Mane.

Manager Arne Slot sees Wirtz as a transformative addition to an already formidable midfield, but Leverkusen’s firm valuation underscores the high stakes. As negotiations intensify, Liverpool supporters are buzzing with anticipation, eager to see if Wirtz will don the red jersey and elevate the team’s ambitions for the upcoming season.