Overview

• Florian Wirtz has decided to join Liverpool, with the club submitting an initial offer of €100 million plus bonuses to Bayer Leverkusen.
• Bayer Leverkusen plans to reinvest the transfer fee, reportedly aiming to strengthen multiple positions under new coach Erik Ten Hag.
• Bayern Munich, after missing out on Wirtz, is re-evaluating its transfer strategy, focusing on budget constraints and potential player sales.
• Bundestrainer Julian Nagelsmann confirmed he advised Wirtz during the decision-making process and supported Liverpool as a strong option for his development.
• Bayern fans have largely reacted positively to Wirtz's decision, citing concerns over the high cost and the club's existing talent on his preferred position.