Manchester City is prepared to offer over £100 million for Bayer Leverkusen’s Florian Wirtz, with the move potentially serving as a vital replacement for Kevin De Bruyne, who is set to leave the club this summer.
City is actively preparing for the upcoming transfer window and views Wirtz as the ideal candidate to strengthen their midfield. The club intends to make a serious offer for the talented young midfielder, with new sporting director Hugo Viana tasked with securing the deal. However, Bayer Leverkusen is determined not to let their star player go without tough negotiations, as Wirtz still has two years remaining on his contract.
After their recent winter transfer market investments, City is once again ready to splash significant cash for a top-tier talent. Wirtz has firmly established himself as one of Europe’s brightest young midfielders, having scored 15 goals and provided 13 assists this season. However, a recent ankle injury has raised concerns about the timeline of his recovery.
This would not be the first high-profile signing for Manchester City, who previously set a record £100 million transfer fee for Jack Grealish. The club now sees Wirtz as a key addition to their midfield as they gear up for next season, including challenges in both the Champions League and the World Cup.
Meanwhile, Bayer Leverkusen is working hard to convince Wirtz to extend his contract, potentially including a release clause. The question remains: will Wirtz stay in Germany, or will he seize the opportunity to join one of England’s top clubs?
