Manchester City has set its sights on Florian Wirtz, the young star of Bayer Leverkusen, as the ideal replacement for Kevin De Bruyne, who will leave the club next summer. In a strategic move, the Premier League champions are willing to include Oscar Bobb or James McAtee in the deal to reduce the transfer cost and get ahead of the competition in the transfer market.
Pep Guardiola sees Wirtz as a key piece to revitalize his team's midfield. With a contract until 2027, the German midfielder is one of the biggest promises in European football, and his price could exceed 87 million pounds. To facilitate negotiations, City plans to offer one of its young talents, which could also be attractive to Bayer Leverkusen, aiming to secure the future of their squad after a potential departure of the German international.
Guardiola Wants Florian Wirtz, But He's Not Alone
Wirtz's profile fits perfectly into Guardiola's scheme, combining creativity, precision, and a natural ability to lead in the final third of the field. At just 21 years old, he has already proven to be a cornerstone both at his club and in the German national team, attracting the interest of other European giants.
While City progresses with its plans, teams like Liverpool and Arsenal are also monitoring the situation. The Reds are seeking a creative leader after Mohamed Salah's era, while the Gunners see in Wirtz an alternative to Martin Odegaard and a versatile reinforcement for their attack.
With Manchester City leading the negotiations and Bayer Leverkusen evaluating the offers, this could be one of the most notable moves in the upcoming transfer window. Wirtz has the talent and potential to become a key figure in the Premier League.
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