Liverpool have broken the British transfer record by signing Florian Wirtz from Bayer Leverkusen in a stunning deal worth €116.5 million (approx. £98.5 million), signaling their intent to dominate both domestically and in Europe under new manager Arne Slot.
The deal includes:
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€100 million upfront
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€16.5 million in performance-based bonuses
If those bonuses are triggered, it will surpass the previous record set by Chelsea's £115 million signing of Moisés Caicedo, making Wirtz the most expensive player in British football history.
🔴 Wirtz to Liverpool: What It Means
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Premier League champions Liverpool are building a new identity under Arne Slot, and Wirtz appears central to that vision.
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The 22-year-old is regarded as one of Europe's most gifted midfielders, with strong technical ability, playmaking vision, and maturity well beyond his years.
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Liverpool beat Manchester City and Bayern Munich to his signature. While City dropped out due to financial concerns, Wirtz reportedly favored a move to Anfield over a return to Germany with Bayern.
🧠 Player Profile: Florian Wirtz
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2023–24 Bundesliga:
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25 starts
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10 goals
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12 assists
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A key figure in Leverkusen's resurgence, he was the creative force behind their attacking transitions and midfield control.
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Recently scored for Germany in the UEFA Nations League semi-final, further cementing his reputation on the international stage.
🏆 Liverpool’s Ambition
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Having reclaimed the Premier League title this season, Liverpool are now setting their sights on European glory, especially after a disappointing Champions League exit to PSG in the Round of 16.
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The Wirtz signing, along with the recent capture of Jermie Frimpong (also from Leverkusen), reflects a bold transfer policy shift as they prepare for life without Trent Alexander-Arnold, who recently joined Real Madrid.
🔄 Liverpool’s Transfer Milestones
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Wirtz now surpasses Darwin Núñez’s £85 million deal (2022) as the club’s record signing.
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Signals a broader shift in the Premier League, where Liverpool — not City or Chelsea — are making the most aggressive moves early in the transfer window.
📅 What’s Next
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Medical scheduled for next week
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Personal terms already agreed — no issues expected
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Wirtz will join up with Liverpool's preseason tour in July, assuming no delays.
Bottom line: With the signing of Florian Wirtz, Liverpool have sent a clear message to Europe — they are not just back on top of English football, they’re building to stay there.
