Bayern Munich has officially announced their intention to sign Bayer Leverkusen star Florian Wirtz in the summer of 2025. This move highlights Bayern’s ambition to continually strengthen their squad with the best talent in Germany.
Bayern Munich’s Ambition to Sign Wirtz
Florian Wirtz, now 21 years old, has emerged as one of Germany’s top players after leading Leverkusen to a double title last season under Xabi Alonso’s management. His outstanding performances have made him a target for many top European clubs.
Karl-Heinz Rummenigge, a member of Bayern’s supervisory board, has openly stated that the club wants to sign “the best players in Germany” to strengthen their squad. In an interview with AZ, Rummenigge emphasized that everyone at Bayern agrees Wirtz is the right player for their team. “Not to weaken Leverkusen, but to strengthen us,” he said.
Wirtz’s Outstanding Performance at Leverkusen
Since making his first-team debut for Bayer Leverkusen, Wirtz has developed into one of Europe’s most talented attacking midfielders. He has scored 56 goals and provided 63 assists in 188 appearances for the club.
Despite suffering an ACL injury in 2022, Wirtz made a strong comeback and has become an even more mature player on the field. Not only has he shined at the club level, but the young star has also become a key player for the German national team, earning 29 caps before turning 22.
Intense Competition with Manchester City
Manchester City has been monitoring Wirtz for a long time and was initially considered the frontrunner to sign him. Pep Guardiola is known to admire Wirtz’s playing style and sees him as a perfect addition to City’s already star-studded midfield.
Several reports suggest that City is willing to include James McAtee in the deal to facilitate Wirtz’s transfer. However, with Bayern entering the race, the situation has become more complicated.
Beyond the transfer battle, Bayern and Leverkusen are also set to face each other in the Champions League Round of 16. This adds even more tension between the two clubs and could influence Wirtz’s future at Leverkusen.
With his brilliant performances and immense potential, Florian Wirtz has become one of the most sought-after young players in Europe. Bayern Munich and Manchester City are now locked in a fierce competition to secure his signature.
