Liverpool might have huge Florian Wirtz boost as transfer 'preference' emerges
Bayer Leverkusen attacking midfielder Florian Wirtz would prefer to join Liverpool than sign for Bayern Munich this summer. That is how the Bundesliga champion feels, according to the latest reports.
However, a fee would still need to be agreed between the Reds and Leverkusen before a deal could happen. It has previously been suggested that the Germany international would cost around $169 million (£126 million).
Liverpool.com reported earlier this month that the Reds believed Bayern Munich was the favorite to sign Wirtz. It does hold an interest, though, and Manchester City is thought to have left the race.
READ MORE: Liverpool star planning transfer talks after impressive loan ahead of Arne Slot reunion
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According to The Athletic, Wirtz is "on track" to make the move to Merseyside this summer. The 22-year-old is also said to have made a visit to England to search for houses to live in.
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