3 Records Liverpool's Blockbuster Move for Bayer Leverkusen's Florian Wirtz Is Poised to Break

Florian Wirtz's move to Liverpool is poised to break three records.

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Liverpool have agreed a record-breaking €150 million deal with Bayer Leverkusen for Florian Wirtz, making it the most expensive transfer in Premier League, Bundesliga, and Liverpool history.

3 Records Liverpool's Blockbuster Move for Bayer Leverkusen's Florian Wirtz Is Poised to Break

Stephen Awino 08:00 - 11.06.2025

Liverpool have agreed a blockbuster deal with Bayer Leverkusen for Florian Wirtz, samshing three records in the process.

Liverpool and Bayer Leverkusen have reached an agreement in principle for the transfer of German midfield prodigy Florian Wirtz.

According to multiple reports, the deal is worth a staggering €150 million, including add-ons, making it one of the most sensational moves in football history.

The 21-year-old star, who has been on the radar of Europe’s elite for the past two seasons, reportedly agreed to personal terms with Liverpool two weeks ago. Now, only a routine medical and contract signing remain before the transfer becomes official.

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Liverpool’s pursuit of Wirtz has been persistent. The Premier League giants had three previous bids rejected by Leverkusen before finally convincing the Bundesliga side with this record-breaking offer.

Wirtz, widely regarded as one of the most gifted young talents in world football, played a crucial role in Bayer Leverkusen’s historic Bundesliga title-winning campaign under manager Xabi Alonso.

The deal not only signals Liverpool's intent to re-secure themselves as title contenders and defend their crown but also smashes several major records in the process

3. Most Expensive Sale from the Bundesliga

Most Expensive Bundesliga Transfer
Liverpool-bound Florian Wirtz is now the most expensive Bundesliga transfer. Photo. Imago

The €150 million fee makes Wirtz the most expensive player ever sold by a Bundesliga club, eclipsing the previous record held by Ousmane Dembele, whose move from Borussia Dortmund to Barcelona cost around €140 million in 2017.

2. Liverpool’s Most Expensive Signing Ever

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Florian Wirtz is Liverpool's most expensive signing. Photo: Imago

Wirtz’s arrival will break Liverpool’s previous transfer record, held by Virgil van Dijk’s €84 million move from Southampton in 2018.

The Reds have now made a bold statement, indicating a new era of ambition in the post-Klopp era, handing title-winning manager Arne Slot the keys to the city.

Premier League's most expensive transfer
Florian Wirtz is the Premier League's most expensive transfer.

1. Premier League's Most Expensive Transfer

With the add-ons included, the total package surpasses the €135 million Chelsea paid for Enzo Fernandez and Moises Caicedo.

Wirtz’s move thus becomes the highest-value transfer in Premier League history, a new benchmark in English football.

Wirtz is known for his vision, creativity, and exceptional football intelligence and is capable of operating as an attacking midfielder or out wide.

His arrival could redefine Liverpool's midfield dynamics, offering the flair and control the team has at times lacked in recent seasons.