Overview
- Florian Wirtz remains undecided on his next club, with Bayern Munich, Manchester City, Liverpool, and Real Madrid reportedly vying for his signature.
- Bayer Leverkusen, backed by corporate owner Bayer-Konzern, insists on a €150 million transfer fee, while Bayern Munich's initial offer falls significantly short.
- Manchester City has reportedly held discussions with Wirtz, while Liverpool's late entry into the race adds further competition.
- Leverkusen CEO Fernando Carro has denied reports of an agreement with Bayern, emphasizing the ongoing uncertainty.
- Former player Stefan Effenberg has criticized Wirtz's lack of clarity, calling for a prompt decision to end what he describes as an 'unworthy' process.