Liverpool’s Triumph Over Bayern Could Prove Crucial in the Long Term
Bayern Munich’s recent setback, losing out to Liverpool in the pursuit of Florian Wirtz, might ultimately serve as a hidden advantage. While disappointing in the short term, it could prompt the German club to redirect focus toward strengthening other critical areas of their squad beyond just securing a traditional No.10.
Still, there’s no denying the sting of missing out on Germany’s most highly regarded young talent—a player many had assumed was destined to join the Bundesliga champions.
Liverpool Beat Bayern to Florian Wirtz
For a significant stretch of time, it appeared almost inevitable that Bayern Munich would land Bayer Leverkusen’s star midfielder. Major European competitors like Manchester City had backed out, citing the high financial demands of any potential transfer. Real Madrid, meanwhile, wasn’t expected to make a serious move until the 2026 summer window.
All signs pointed to an easy win for Bayern—until Liverpool, now led by Arne Slot, entered the fray with a compelling proposal.
According to Christian Falk via CaughtOffside, “On Sunday, May 18, Florian Wirtz had a covert meeting in Munich. He was transported directly from the airport to a city hotel in a limousine and taken to a suite via a private elevator. Present were coach Vincent Kompany, sporting director Max Eberl, sports director Christoph Freund, CEO Jan-Christian Dreesen, and board members Karl-Heinz Rummenigge and Uli Hoeneß.”
Despite the club’s high-profile pitch on the very day of their title celebrations, Wirtz chose to take time to reflect. After a five-day break, he courteously turned down Bayern’s offer. He personally informed Kompany of his decision, while his father reached out to Eberl and Hoeneß. The turning point? Slot assured Wirtz the central playmaker role at Liverpool—a role he would have had to split with Jamal Musiala at Bayern. The clarity and promise offered in Liverpool’s talks proved decisive.
How Close Is Wirtz to Joining Liverpool?
Reports now suggest Liverpool have tabled a bid worth approximately £109 million (€130 million) for Wirtz. If both clubs can finalize the structure of performance-based add-ons, a move to Anfield appears inevitable.
This deal would smash Liverpool’s current transfer record, previously set at £85 million for Darwin Núñez. With the Uruguayan striker widely expected to leave this summer, Wirtz’s arrival could mark the beginning of a new era—and symbolize the club’s aggressive ambition.
A Powerful Signal from Liverpool
Beyond securing one of Germany’s premier talents, Liverpool’s willingness to spend over £100 million—similar to the amount they once reserved for Moises Caicedo—sends a strong message to their Premier League rivals.
It underlines Arne Slot’s intent to reclaim and retain domestic dominance, a feat the Reds haven’t achieved consecutively since the 1983/84 season. Moreover, the move stands as a defiant response to the frustration of their Champions League Round of 16 exit at the hands of finalists PSG.
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