Liverpool has expressed significant interest in signing Florian Wirtz, the talented German international currently excelling under Xabi Alonso at Bayer Leverkusen. However, according to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, Wirtz has made it clear that he plans to stay at Leverkusen for at least another year, despite the speculation linking him with a move to Anfield.
Romano shared that Wirtz is focused on his current club and the upcoming European Championship, with no active negotiations taking place at the moment. Sources close to the player suggest that staying at Leverkusen for another season is the best course of action for now, although things could change in the future.
The 20-year-old has been in superb form, netting 28 goals in 36 appearances across all competitions this season.
Wirtz’s future may also depend on the fate of his manager. Christian Falk reported in February that Wirtz plays a key role in Xabi Alonso’s system at Leverkusen. If Alonso stays at the club, Wirtz is likely to remain beyond 2024. However, if Alonso were to take over at Liverpool, Wirtz could follow him.
This situation could add an extra layer of intrigue for Liverpool fans, especially if Alonso is considered a potential successor to Jurgen Klopp. Whether Liverpool will be willing to meet Leverkusen’s asking price for Wirtz remains to be seen, but this is certainly a scenario worth monitoring closely.
