Paul Merson says Arne Slot needs to drop Florian Wirtz immediately

Arne Slot looks down during Premier League game.

Arne Slot may have a serious selection dilemma on his hands ahead of Liverpool’s trip to Turf Moor on Sunday. The Merseysiders will be due to take on Scott Parker’s promoted Burnley side, and Paul Merson believes the Dutch head coach could do with dropping Florian Wirtz from his midfield. Liverpool have made a perfect … Read more

Liverpool agree British record deal for Florian Wirtz

Florian Wirtz of Bayer Leverkusen

Liverpool have agreed a British record deal for Bayer Leverkusen attacking midfielder Florian Wirtz. Multiple reports have suggested the Premier League champions will pay an initial fee of £100million, with £16m in potential add-ons. If those conditions are met, the Germany international will become the most expensive player ever bought by a British club, surpassing … Read more

When Liverpool could arrange Florian Wirtz medical after Sky update

When Liverpool could arrange Florian Wirtz medical after Sky update

Liverpool could soon finalise a deal for Florian Wirtz ahead of the provisional window deadline. The Merseysiders have been locked in talks with Bayer Leverkusen to iron out the finer details of a nine-figure transfer. The German international is understood to have his heart set on a move to Anfield after rejecting advances from Bayern … Read more

Bayer Leverkusen reject second bid from Liverpool for Florian Wirtz

Bayer Leverkusen have rejected a second bid from Liverpool for Florian Wirtz

Liverpool haven’t had to wait long for a response from Bayer Leverkusen to their latest offer for Florian Wirtz. On Friday, The Athletic reported that the Reds had submitted an ‘improved second bid’ to the Bundesliga runners-up worth up to £109m, ‘a top-end amount’ comprising a guaranteed fee and potential add-ons. Christian Falk has revealed … Read more