BREAKING NEWS: Bayer Leverkusen LeverFlorian Wirtz has rejected a move to Liverpool in the last minute to join this Premier League club. Unbelievable turnaround! đ±Goodnews for Pep Guardiola Man City
In an absolutely sensational turn of events, Bayer Leverkusen star Florian Wirtz has dramatically pulled the plug on a proposed move to Liverpool â opting instead to join Pep Guardiolaâs Manchester City in a late transfer twist that has stunned the football world.
The 21-year-old German international, widely regarded as one of the brightest young talents in Europe, had been heavily linked with a move to Anfield in recent weeks. Reports suggested personal terms were virtually agreed, and Liverpoolâs camp believed the deal was sealed.
However, in a shocking press conference held by Wirtzâs agent this afternoon, it was confirmed that the attacking midfielder would be heading to the Etihad instead.
âIt wasnât an easy decision,â Wirtzâs representative admitted. âLiverpool presented a strong case and Florian respects the club deeply. But when Manchester City made their final approach, with Pep Guardiola personally outlining his vision for Florianâs role in the team, it became impossible to turn down.â
Sources close to the deal reveal that Guardiola intervened at the eleventh hour, personally calling Wirtz to convince him of Cityâs ambitions and how the youngster would fit into his tactical plans. Wirtz, impressed by Guardiolaâs direct approach and Cityâs track record of nurturing elite talent, gave the green light late last night.
Good News for Pep Guardiola
This move is a massive coup for Manchester City, who were initially considered outsiders in the race for Wirtzâs signature. Guardiola had reportedly been an admirer of the German playmaker for over two years, seeing him as the perfect long-term successor to Kevin De Bruyne in Cityâs midfield engine room.
Speaking after the news broke, Guardiola expressed his excitement:
âFlorian is an exceptional footballer â his intelligence, vision, and versatility will be a huge asset for us. Iâm delighted heâs chosen to be part of our project. Itâs a win not just for Manchester City but for English football.â
Liverpool Left Reeling
Meanwhile, the mood at Anfield is said to be one of disbelief and frustration. Liverpool had invested months into negotiations, and with Jurgen Kloppâs departure earlier this year, this was set to be the marquee signing of their new era.
A Liverpool insider described it as âa bitter pill to swallowâ, with many fans voicing their disappointment on social media after the news broke.
What Happens Next?
Wirtz is expected to complete his medical in Manchester within the next 48 hours, with an official unveiling likely before the weekend. The deal is believed to be worth around ÂŁ85 million, making Wirtz one of the most expensive German players in history.
With Manchester City strengthening their midfield with one of Europeâs hottest prospects, the Premier League title race just got even more intriguing.