Arsenal has shown interest in acquiring the services of Florian Wirtz, the talented offensive midfielder from Bayer Leverkusen. However, the German club has set a high price tag of £87 million for the 20-year-old, making him a sought-after target for other clubs as well, including Manchester City and Tottenham Hotspur, as reported by Mundo Deportivo.
Florian Wirtz has been in sensational form in the early stages of the season, drawing comparisons to Lionel Messi from his manager, and his performances justify such praise. With five goals and eight assists in both the Bundesliga and the Champions League, he’s been a standout player. He recently scored a stunning goal that helped Bayer Leverkusen maintain their position atop the Bundesliga table.
Newcastle is one of the clubs keen on bringing Wirtz to the Premier League, according to Dean Jones of Ranks FC. However, Arsenal has also entered the race, indicating a growing competition for his signature. Bayer Leverkusen, on the other hand, is determined not to let him go for a bargain and is holding out for up to €100 million, insisting they won’t accept anything less than £70 million.
The hefty price tag might make Arsenal reconsider their pursuit of Wirtz. While he undeniably possesses extraordinary talent and potential, he isn’t a natural striker, which appears to be Mikel Arteta’s priority as he aims to mount a serious challenge for the Premier League title. If Wirtz were available at a lower cost, it would be an enticing proposition for Arsenal, a club known for nurturing young talents.
However, it’s worth noting that Arsenal has previously made substantial investments in players like Kai Havertz and Fabio Vieira in recent years, and this could influence their decision to pursue Wirtz further.
