Reds target Writz appears to play down reports of wanting number 10 shirt
Liverpool transfer target Florian Wirtz has posted a message on his Instagram account, external appearing to play down rumours he wants the number 10 shirt if he moves to Anfield.Sky Germany reporter Florian Plettenberg posted on social media, external that the 22-year-old would like the shirt number he wears at Bayer Leverkusen but is currently occupied by Alexis Mac Allister at the Reds."Who says I want the 10? I respect players," Wirtz wrote on an Instagram story on Monday. "Don't believe everything that's written."The Premier League champions are in advanced negotiations with Leverkusen for the Germany forward.Liverpool's latest offer is about £109m, including add-ons.Wirtz is a key target for the Merseyside club and has made his wishes clear about wanting to join Arne Slot's side.READ MORE: What 'full package' Wirtz would bring to Liverpool
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