Florian Wirtz has hit back at mounting speculation surrounding a potential move to Liverpool, taking to Instagram with a strongly-worded post aimed at shutting down the rumors.
The 22-year-old Bayer Leverkusen star, widely regarded as one of the brightest talents in European football, expressed frustration over what he called “baseless” and “disruptive” media reports linking him with a summer switch to Anfield.
> “Once again, stories are being made up with no foundation or truth,” Wirtz wrote on his official Instagram story. “I’m fully focused on my club and preparing for what’s ahead. I wish certain people would stop trying to create drama for clicks.”
Wirtz’s post comes after several British and German outlets reported that Liverpool had identified the attacking midfielder as a top transfer target under new manager Arne Slot. Some reports even suggested initial contact had been made between the clubs, fueling a frenzy of speculation across social media.
Sources close to the player have also reportedly denied any formal negotiations, reaffirming Wirtz’s commitment to Bayer Leverkusen, who are preparing for a Champions League campaign after a stellar domestic season.
Wirtz, who played a pivotal role in Leverkusen’s Bundesliga title win, is expected to be a central figure in Germany’s Euro 2024 squad this summer. His social media statement is seen as an attempt to keep the focus on football rather than fueling distractions about his future.
Neither Liverpool nor Bayer Leverkusen have officially commented on the transfer rumors.
The saga highlights the growing trend of players using their own platforms to directly challenge media narratives — a sign of the increasing power and independence modern footballers wield in shaping their public image.
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