• Football
  • Boxing
  • UFC
  • Home
  • Football
    • England
    • Transfer News
    • Premier League
    • Champions League
    • Lionel Messi
    • Cristiano Ronaldo
    • EA FC 25
    • Wrexham
  • Boxing
    • Tyson Fury
    • Anthony Joshua
    • Oleksandr Usyk
    • Mike Tyson
    • Jake Paul
    • Logan Paul
  • UFC
    • Dana White
    • Conor McGregor
    • Khabib Nurmagomedov
    • Jon Jones
    • Paddy Pimblett
    • Joe Rogan
  • Other Sport
    • Athletics
    • Formula 1
    • MMA
    • Motorsport
    • NBA
    • Darts
    • NFL
    • Snooker
    • Wrestling
    • Tennis
    • Cricket
    • Golf
  • Advertise
  • Terms
  • Privacy & Cookies
  • LADbible Group
  • LADbible
  • UNILAD
  • GAMINGbible
  • Tyla
  • UNILAD Tech
  • FOODbible
  • License Our Content
  • About Us & Contact
  • Jobs
  • Latest
  • Topics A-Z
  • Authors
Facebook
Instagram
X
Threads
Snapchat
TikTok
YouTube
Florian Wirtz transfer saga takes shock new twist as Liverpool struggle to find Bayer Leverkusen agreement

Home> Football> Football News> Liverpool

Published 11:59 6 Jun 2025 GMT+1

Florian Wirtz transfer saga takes shock new twist as Liverpool struggle to find Bayer Leverkusen agreement

Will Liverpool manage to get the Florian Wirtz deal over the line?

Marcus Chan

Marcus Chan

The transfer saga involving Bayer Leverkusen star Florian Wirtz has taken a fresh twist as Liverpool battle to get the deal over the line.

Over the last few weeks, Wirtz, 22, has dominated the headlines as his future became the talk of the town.

Having rejected advances from Bayern Munich and Manchester City, Liverpool were left with a clear path to secure Wirtz's signature.

Last week, it was claimed that Liverpool had made an offer worth €130 million.

Advert

The Athletic's David Ornstein wrote: "Liverpool submit offer to sign Florian Wirtz from Bayer Leverkusen worth up to €130m in total. This is an improved second bid + figure a top-end amount - comprising fixed fee & potential add-ons. 22yo #Bayer04 playmaker keen to join #LFC @TheAthleticFC."

Florian Wirtz has been heavily linked with a move to Liverpool. Image: Getty
Florian Wirtz has been heavily linked with a move to Liverpool. Image: Getty

However, as reported by German news outlet BILD, Leverkusen are holding out for a fee close to a whopping €150 million.

In addition, Wirtz's former side, FC Koln, could delay things.

Advert

The report stated that the club's chief, Werner Wolf, has pledged to fight for what he feels Koln deserve.

As per FIFA rules, clubs that have played a role in a player's development from ages 12 to 23 can take a sum of the transfer fee, namely five per cent.

Wirtz was at Koln from the age of seven to 16, meaning Koln could now be owed what has been labelled as 'training compensation'.

If Liverpool are willing to match Leverkusen's €150 million asking price, Koln could end up pocketing €7.5 million.

Advert

As per BILD, Wolf said: "Of course, we are looking into it. We know what we are entitled to and will fight for it.

"We're looking at this with both eyes. We'll benefit from it. The higher the sum Liverpool is willing to pay, the better for us."

Florian Wirtz (L) at FC Koln in 2019. Image: Getty
Florian Wirtz (L) at FC Koln in 2019. Image: Getty

With the compensation fee now reportedly in the conversation, Leverkusen could use this to drive up their asking price for Wirtz.

Advert

This might be bad news for Liverpool fans, as if the asking price proves to be too much, the Reds could potentially walk away from the deal altogether.

Featured Image Credit: Getty

Topics: Liverpool, Bayer Leverkusen, Football, Bundesliga

Marcus Chan
Marcus Chan

Advert

Advert

Advert

  • Florian Wirtz has already enraged Man Utd fans ahead of Liverpool transfer
  • Liverpool given 'strict deadline' to complete Florian Wirtz transfer as new club threatens to ruin move for Bayer Leverkusen star
  • Florian Wirtz Liverpool transfer decision was made months ago after Bayern Munich bombshell
  • Liverpool 'decide to sell' star player immediately after Florian Wirtz transfer is completed

Choose your content:

24 mins ago
27 mins ago
an hour ago
  • 24 mins ago

    Viktor Gyokeres 'termination clause' claim made by lawyer that could impact Arsenal and Man Utd

    The clause could come into effect.

    Football
  • 27 mins ago

    Mikel Arteta has two secret weapons to help convince Xavi Simons to sign for Arsenal over Chelsea

    Arsenal and Chelsea are both reportedly interested in signing Xavi Simons from RB Leipzig this summer.

    Football
  • an hour ago

    Marcus Rashford's controversial comment about Lionel Messi vs Cristiano Ronaldo resurfaces after Barcelona move

    Rashford has made his feelings clear on the GOAT debate

    Football
  • an hour ago

    Real Madrid missed out on three world-class signings under Zinedine Zidane including Arsenal and Liverpool stars

    Xabi Alonso's side could have been even stronger if they signed these stars five years ago

    Football