Overview

• A reported offer of around €135 million plus bonuses has narrowed the gap toward Leverkusen’s €150 million valuation
• Bayer Leverkusen turned down Liverpool’s initial proposals of roughly €115 million and €130 million including add-ons before reopening talks
• Liverpool discussed adding Harvey Elliott or Jarell Quansah to the package, but Leverkusen dismissed all player-exchange ideas
• Wirtz has expressed his intention to wear Liverpool’s No. 10 shirt upon completing the move to Anfield
• Sources say Wirtz has agreed personal terms through 2030, with the transfer set to become Liverpool’s highest fee under Fenway Sports Group