Overview

• Florian Wirtz completed his move from Bayer Leverkusen to Liverpool for a club-record 140 million euros plus bonuses.
• The 22-year-old midfielder vowed to compete for every trophy, including the Champions League, after his unveiling to Liverpool supporters.
• Manager Arne Slot has already held tactical sessions with Wirtz to map out his role alongside Ryan Gravenberch, Alexis Mac Allister and Dominik Szoboszlai.
• Bayern Munich branded Liverpool’s capture of their long-term target an “unpleasant surprise” after years of pursuit.
• Liverpool is reported to be preparing an approach for Newcastle United striker Alexander Isak, potentially exceeding the fee paid for Wirtz.