Liverpool completed the sensational signature of the German star Florian Wirtz of Bayer Leverkusen for a record for a record in the club, with a 22 -year -old midfielder declared his ambition to “win everything” at the Premier League champions.
The Merseyside Club will pay an initial 100 million for Wirtz, with the total fee potentially increased to 116 million (135 million) with accessories, making it not only the most expensive signature of Liverpool, but also the most expensive German transfer in history. The 75 million Liverpool Agreement paid Van Dijk in 2017.
Wirtz, who played Leverkusen last season in a historic undefeated domestic pair Leverkusen, signed an five -year contract in Anfield and became the second summer signature of the club after the Dutch full -fat Jeremy Frimpong.
“I feel very happy and very proud,” Wirtz said. “It’s finally done. I’ve been waiting for a long time. I’m really excited to have a new adventure in front of me.”
The midfielder, finished with 31 times by Germany, was caused by several European heavy weights, including Bayern Munich and Manchester City. But it was Liverpool, who won the race for a highly sought -after player who contributed 16 goals and 15 assists in 45 performances last season.
Wirtz added: “That was a big point in my decision to come out of the Bundesliga and join Premier League. I would like to win everything every year! First of all, I have to do my job, but we want to be successful last season.
With 57 goals and 65 assists in 197 performances for Leverkusen, Wirtz brings creativity, peace and versatility to the group Arne Slot. While, above all, the attacking midfielder is also conveniently plays on the left side or as a false nine bidding tactical flexibility, because Liverpool is looking for a home triumph of last season under their new Dutch manager.
Wirtz is now joining the dynamic middle field with Alexis Mac Allister, Dominik Szoboszlai, Ryan Gravenberch and Curtis Jones. His arrival signals the intention of Liverpool to remain dominant by force in England and Europe.
Published:
Saurabh Kumar
Published on:
June 21, 2025
