Florian Wirtz has been advised that Arne Slot is a superior manager to Erik ten Hag, as the Liverpool boss was revealed to have played a significant role in the German's potential transfer to Anfield.

Discussions about Wirtz's next move suggested a transfer to the German champions was on the cards until he had a meeting with Slot, accompanied by his father and agent, Hans-Joachim Wirtz.

The intervention from the Reds' gaffer reportedly proved pivotal in the attacking midfielder's decision to reject Bayern and venture abroad for the first time in his career.



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As per Bild, the meeting on May 13 saw Slot paint a clear picture for Wirtz of where he would fit into his title-winning team, promising him a key role in the side's attack.

Charmed by the prospect of a central role in one of the world's top teams, and learning about the passionate support the club enjoys from its fans, led to Wirtz's father informing Bayern executives Uli Hoeness and Max Eberl that it was Liverpool who had clinched the race for his son's signature.

Wirtz could have found himself playing under Ten Hag next season if he had opted to stay with Leverkusen, following the appointment of the former Manchester United boss as their new manager after Xabi Alonso's move to Real Madrid.

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However, a switch to Liverpool means Wirtz will be working with the superior manager, according to Mark Diemers.

"I choose Arne Slot," he revealed to ESPN Netherlands last year when asked about the best manager he has worked with.

"I can only speak from my experience.

He will undoubtedly have developed on a personal level as well."

Despite a lack of consistent triumphs in Manchester – and some dressing room turbulence – Ten Hag still managed to secure two trophies during his tenure, maintaining his reputation as a manager with a knack for winning silverware.

Ten Hag's attractive style of play at Ajax also earned him praise, which initially prompted United to pursue the 55-year-old
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