Liverpool is reportedly set to pay £116.5 million to sign Bayer Leverkusen’s talented midfielder, Florian Wirtz. The deal, which would be a British record transfer fee, includes an initial payment of £100 million plus £16.5 million in potential add-ons.

Transfer Details:

– British Record Fee: The total package would surpass the £115 million Chelsea paid Brighton for Moises Caicedo in 2023.

– Wirtz’s Salary: The 22-year-old midfielder will earn €12 million (£10.2 million) per year, rising to €15 million (£12.7 million) if individual and team performance targets are met.

– Contract: Wirtz is expected to sign a contract after completing his medical, with personal terms not anticipated to be a problem.

Why Liverpool Chose Wirtz:

– Tactical Fit: Arne Slot’s tactical plan was a key reason Wirtz chose Liverpool over other top European clubs.

– Player Preference: Wirtz opted for Liverpool over Bayern Munich, citing the club’s sporting perspective as a decisive factor.

– Generational Talent: Wirtz is considered a generational talent, known for creating and scoring goals. He accumulated 44 goal contributions across the last two German top-flight campaigns.

Impact on Liverpool:

– Attacking Options: Wirtz’s versatility gives Liverpool different attacking options, potentially changing the front three’s shape.

– Creative Load: He could take some creative load off Mohamed Salah as he enters his 30s.

– Midfield Strengthening: Wirtz’s signing would significantly strengthen Liverpool’s midfield, providing a player who can both score and create goals ¹.