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Premier League champions Liverpool have reportedly agreed a record-breaking €136.3 million (£116 million) fee to sign German midfield sensation Florian Wirtz from Bayer Leverkusen—pending a medical and personal terms—making it the club’s most expensive transfer to date.
Transfer Breakdown
- Total fee: €136.3 million, comprising €117.5 million upfront and €18.8 million in performance-based add-ons.
- New record: Surpasses Liverpool’s previous record transfer—Virgil van Dijk’s £75 million move in 2017.
- Contract: Wirtz is expected to sign a five-year deal with the Reds.
Player Profile & Competition
- Wirtz, 21, was also on the radar of Bayern Munich and Manchester City before choosing Liverpool.
- Last season, he scored 16 goals and provided 15 assists in 45 appearances, helping Leverkusen finish second in the Bundesliga.
Strategic Significance for Liverpool
- Squad reinforcement: Wirtz becomes the club’s second major signing this summer after Dutch full-back Jeremie Frimpong.
- Manager’s vision: Under new head coach Arne Slot, Liverpool are making a clear statement of intent with this record investment.
- Premier League context: The deal may also break the British transfer record previously held by Chelsea’s £115 million signing of Moisés Caicedo.
Remaining Steps
- Wirtz is expected to undergo a medical and finalize personal terms before the transfer window opens on June 16 .
- His signing kicks off what promises to be an aggressive rebuild of Liverpool’s midfield and attacking structure.
Final Thoughts
Agreement to pay €136.3 million for Florian Wirtz reflects a bold vision, aiming to reshape their squad under Arne Slot. With a blend of German dynamism and proven Bundesliga class, Wirtz’s arrival could mark a pivotal moment in their quest to challenge on domestic and European fronts.
