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Florian Wirtz moves to Liverpool: Leverkusen boss sharply criticizes Bayern!
Bayer Leverkusen's managing director criticizes Bayern over the Wirtz transfer to Liverpool, which was a preferred solution for Leverkusen.
Florian Wirtz moves to Liverpool: Leverkusen boss sharply criticizes Bayern!
In one of the most exciting news in football, Bayer Leverkusen's promising talent Florian Wirtz has completed his move to Liverpool. As Bayer Leverkusen managing director Fernando Carro explains in an interview with WELT am SONNTAG, the club had been familiar with the situation surrounding Wirtz since April or May and knew that the young player would no longer stay in the Bundesliga. He will now take on the challenge of the Premier League, which is a first for him abroad. “It’s a great opportunity for Florian and I’m glad he’s taking this step,” Carro said recently.
Fernando Carro emphasized that FC Bayern's efforts to recruit Wirtz were intensive, but did not bring the desired success. The Munich club was convinced that Wirtz would choose them over Liverpool, but those in charge in Leverkusen had different information. Carro criticized Bayern's public advertising as inappropriate and emphasized that it was not helpful to both Florian and his parents. Ultimately, however, Leverkusen was relieved when the decision was made in favor of Liverpool.
Wirtz's impressive career
The move to Liverpool marks a new phase in Wirtz's already impressive career. At just 22 years old, he has already played for Bayer Leverkusen for five years and six months, having previously moved from the youth team of 1. FC Köln. He made his Bundesliga debut in May 2020 at just 17 years and 15 days old. Just a few weeks later, he scored his first goal against FC Bayern Munich, a moment that will certainly go down in history.
During the 2020-21 season, Wirtz quickly established himself as a key player in his club's starting XI. His talent did not go unnoticed - he made his debut for the German national team in September 2021. Although a serious injury in March 2022 prevented him from playing for several months, Wirtz fought back and shone in the following season. Leverkusen won the league and cup double in the 2023-24 season and also reached the Europa League final while remaining unbeaten throughout the Bundesliga season.
A new beginning in Liverpool
But what drives Wirtz to Liverpool? In an official statement from the club, the young player said he was happy and proud about his move and emphasized that he was looking for a new challenge outside the Bundesliga. He spoke to other players about the Premier League, who told him enthusiastically about the opportunities there. With this step, Wirtz wants to breathe new life into his career and consolidate his place among the best players in the world.
Although Bayer Leverkusen fans may be saddened by the loss of their star, Carro is positive about the future and the opportunity to make the most of this transaction. So the question remains: Will Wirtz write the same success story at Liverpool that he started in Germany? The entire football world will be waiting eagerly to see what steps he takes next.