Manchester City are reportedly gearing up to go all out in their pursuit of German star Florian Wirtz, with Pep Guardiola seeing the Bayer Leverkusen midfielder as an ideal successor to Kevin De Bruyne.
Manchester City Ready to Pay Big for Bayer Leverkusen’s Florian Wirtz
The Premier League champions are ready to test Leverkusen’s resolve with a substantial bid next summer, believing that Wirtz’s creative spark and technical prowess make him a perfect fit for City’s attacking midfield role.
Wirtz, who was awarded the Bundesliga Player of the Season accolade, has continued to impress with stellar performances under manager Xabi Alonso.
His current contract with Leverkusen keeps him tied until 2027, and while he has shown loyalty to the club, a big move could be on the horizon with several elite teams circling.
City, however, aren’t alone in this chase – both Bayern Munich and Real Madrid are said to be monitoring the 21-year-old closely, though City’s financial power and Guardiola’s vision could give them an edge.
With Al-Nassr looking to bring De Bruyne to Saudi Arabia, City are prioritizing a smooth transition in midfield. Guardiola believes Wirtz’s versatility and ability to read the game make him a valuable long-term asset for the club.
Reports indicate City are preparing a €100 million bid to secure his services, a price that could test Leverkusen’s resolve, although an increase may be inevitable as other suitors express interest.
Should Wirtz make the move to Manchester, he’ll have the opportunity to step into one of football’s most dynamic teams, joining the ranks of elite playmakers and potentially growing into a key orchestrator of City’s attack.
