Wirtz's decision to perform a U-turn on an apparent agreement to join Bayern Munich and head to Liverpool has drawn some unexpected criticism

Liverpool have agreed a £116 million fee with Bayer Leverkusen for Florian Wirtz, in a deal that could become a British transfer record.

In the first blockbuster signing of the 2025 summer transfer window, Liverpool has reportedly sealed a $171 million deal to sign Florian Wirtz from Bayer Leverkusen.