Liverpool has made its first move in pursuing Bayer Leverkusen's talented attacking midfielder, Florian Wirtz. The 22-year-old German international has emerged as a key target for the club as they prepare for the upcoming season. Reports indicate that discussions regarding another Leverkusen player, Jeremie Frimpong, have opened the door for Liverpool to express their interest in Wirtz during these negotiations.

Leverkusen values Wirtz at over £120 million, a fee that would surpass the British transfer record previously set when Chelsea signed Enzo Fernandez from Benfica for £107 million in 2023. While formal negotiations are yet to commence, Liverpool appears to be optimistic about the possibility of signing Wirtz, especially as he is reportedly inclined to move to Anfield rather than Bayern Munich.

Recent developments have seen Manchester City withdraw from the race to sign Wirtz, leaving Liverpool and Bayern as the primary contenders for his signature. Liverpool's head coach, Arne Slot, emphasized the urgency for the team to strengthen its squad this summer, stating, "There are not many that can strengthen us, but the few that are out there, we will try to get them."

Wirtz's impressive performances this season, where he has scored 16 goals in all competitions, have drawn the attention of several top clubs, and his potential move to Liverpool could significantly bolster their midfield options. As the summer transfer window approaches, all eyes will be on how Liverpool navigates this situation and whether they can secure the services of the highly-regarded midfielder.