Liverpool are on the brink of completing a sensational and historic transfer for Bayer Leverkusen star Florian Wirtz, in a move set to break both club and Premier League records. The 22-year-old German international is expected to join the Reds for a staggering €150 million (£126.9 million), which would make him the most expensive player ever signed in English football. This transfer surpasses the current record held by Chelsea, who spent £115 million on Moises Caicedo.
The Anfield club has been tracking Wirtz for some time, and their persistent interest is now close to being rewarded. Over recent weeks, Liverpool reportedly submitted multiple offers to Bayer Leverkusen before finally reaching an agreement. The deal was given the green light by Michael Edwards, the CEO of Football at FSG (Fenway Sports Group), and approved by the club’s American owners, demonstrating the club’s strong commitment to securing Wirtz’s signature.
The addition of Wirtz is widely seen as a significant upgrade to Liverpool’s midfield and attacking options. Known for his creativity, technical ability, and intelligence on the ball, Wirtz has been one of the standout performers in the Bundesliga. In the 2023-24 season, he netted 10 goals and provided 12 assists in just 25 league starts for Leverkusen. His efforts earned him the prestigious Bundesliga Player of the Season award, reinforcing his reputation as one of Europe’s brightest young talents.
This transfer not only shatters Liverpool’s previous transfer record — the £85 million paid for Darwin Núñez in 2022 — but also raises the bar for big-money deals in the Premier League. Wirtz’s estimated market value was around €140 million, and Liverpool’s willingness to go beyond that figure shows how highly they rate him as a transformative player for the club’s future.
Now that terms have been agreed upon, the final stages of the move involve Wirtz undergoing a medical and formally signing a five-year contract with Liverpool. Once completed, the deal will signal Liverpool’s ambition to maintain their dominance in English football, coming off the back of a Premier League title-winning campaign. The acquisition of Wirtz could be the marquee signing of the summer and a defining moment in the club’s new era as they aim to stay ahead of their rivals both domestically and in Europe.
