Overview

• Liverpool and Bayer Leverkusen are finalising terms on a €150 million move that ends Bayern Munich’s pursuit of the Germany international.
• Wirtz was captivated by Anfield’s modern training complex and the focused professional environment during his November visit.
• Conflicting plans within Bayern—pairing him with Jamal Musiala versus using him as sole playmaker—left his future unclear.
• A close relationship with coach Arne Slot and the chance to reunite with friend Jeremie Frimpong tipped the balance in Liverpool’s favour.
• Ex-pro Thomas Helmer hailed the transfer as a bold challenge and noted ankfurt’s Frankfurt’s rise as a major Bundesliga competitor for talent.