“Sky Exclusive: Major Florian Wirtz Update as Liverpool Near Blockbuster Deal”
“Breaking: Sky Reporter Shares Crucial Florian Wirtz Update as Liverpool Deal Edges Closer”
Liverpool appear to have made significant strides in their pursuit of Florian Wirtz over the last 24 hours. Multiple credible sources, including Fabrizio Romano and Paul Joyce, reported on Friday that the Reds have made a formal approach to Bayer Leverkusen for the 22-year-old. Meanwhile, David Ornstein of The Athletic confirmed that talks between the two clubs are underway.
Adding further weight to the story, Bundesliga expert Christian Falk revealed that Wirtz has already started looking for a home in Merseyside. Bayern Munich, reportedly blindsided, were hesitant to meet the substantial €150m (£126m) valuation for the player.
‘Agreement Imminent’ for Wirtz
Early Saturday, Sky Germany’s Florian Plettenberg shared an encouraging update, stating that Wirtz is now expected to complete his move to Liverpool soon. According to Plettenberg, Liverpool secured the player’s commitment on Friday after Bayern Munich pulled out.
The report confirmed Liverpool will submit an official offer to Leverkusen imminently, with an agreement anticipated shortly. Plettenberg also mentioned that Jeremie Frimpong, who has passed his medical and signed with Liverpool, will be announced later due to undisclosed reasons. Both Wirtz and Frimpong are poised to become part of the Reds’ squad, with manager Arne Slot reportedly instrumental in securing their arrivals.
Wirtz and Frimpong: A Game-Changing Double Signing
With a deal for Netherlands right-back Jeremie Frimpong already close to completion, Liverpool could be on the verge of unveiling both him and Florian Wirtz in what would be a stunning double signing from Bayer Leverkusen.
According to David Ornstein, Wirtz is eager to join Liverpool, and his move would not only break the club’s transfer record but also make him the most expensive German footballer in history, with a fee expected to exceed £100m.
Given that the Reds have only signed two senior players since the start of 2024, securing both Frimpong and Wirtz before the summer transfer window officially opens would represent an extraordinary achievement for sporting director Richard Hughes.
While Liverpool fans have learned to temper their expectations until official announcements are made, the flurry of credible reports over the past day suggests the club is inching closer to finalizing Wirtz’s signing.
The message from the reigning Premier League champions is unmistakable: Liverpool are not prepared to relinquish their crown easily. Rivals hoping to dethrone them next season will face a formidable challenge.