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Florian Wirtz has reportedly snubbed Manchester City amid concerns over Pep Guardiola's long-term commitment, giving Liverpool a boost in its chase for the Bayer Leverkusen sensation.

The Reds have stepped up their interest in the German international after initiating discussions with Leverkusen recently.

Despite earlier competition from both City and Bayern Munich for the playmaker's services, Liverpool seems to be leading the race for the $170 million-rated star following the commencement of negotiations.

According to German outlet BILD, doubts about Guardiola's tenure at City until 2027 have swayed Wirtz's preference towards Liverpool.

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It doesn't matter if it would've been Bayern or Liverpool, it's different from being at Leverkusen for sure — but he has all the tools to assert himself at any given top club.

Kroos added (via Suddeutsche Zeitung): "It was just obvious to everyone that he was going to Bayern
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