Liverpool could be closing in on a major transfer coup after a remarkable day in the hunt for Florian Wirtz.

As reported by Liverpool.com, the Reds have made initial contact with Bayer Leverkusen after reports in Germany suggested that Wirtz had told Bayern Munich - originally thought to be his most likely destination - that he wants to move to the Premier League.

Although it still can’t be ruled out that the 22-year-old stays put at his current club for another season, Liverpool does now look to be at the front of the queue for his signature, and the latest suggestion is that he might not be far away from securing a move to Anfield.



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According to Fabrizio Romano, a contract has been agreed with the German international after he informed Bayer Leverkusen of his desire to join Liverpool.

What’s more, it’s claimed that Wirtz “only” wants a move to Merseyside now, which may rule out a late play from Bayern.

Talks between Liverpool and Leverkusen are said to already be underway, with the Reds confident of getting a deal done soon.

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The pursuit took an unexpected turn earlier this week when Manchester City dropped out of the race, seemingly clearing the way for Liverpool if Wirtz had his heart set on a move to the Premier League, which now looks to be the case.

And according to Sky Germany’s Florian Plettenberg, Bayern has already begun looking at alternatives, with Brighton’s Kaoru Mitoma and AC Milan’s Rafael Leao being targeted.

Wirtz is said to be valued at around $169 million (£126 million) by Bayer Leverkusen, however Liverpool could negotiate a smaller up front fee with realistic add-ons on top.

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