Real Madrid, Man City & Bayern Munich hand blow in €150m Florian Wirtz chase

• Wirtz attracting interest from some of the world’s richest clubs
• 21-year-old approaching final two years of contract
• Leverkusen officials confident over new deal

Bayer Leverkusen are growing in confidence that Florian Wirtz will reject the chance to leave the club this summer in favour of signing a new contract

Wirtz, 21, has enjoyed two sensational seasons since returning from a serious injury. After inspiring Leverkusen’s unlikely Bundesliga triumph last year with 18 goals and 20 assists in all competitions, the Germany international is hoping to exceed those totals this time around, with 28 goal involvements to his name so far in 2024/25.

Such form has, unsurprisingly, caught the eye of Europe’s elite. While a glut of top sides have tentatively linked with Wirtz. Most of the speculation has involved the likes of Manchester City and Real Madrid. Whom expecte to look to rejuvenate their midfield this summer. Bayern Munich have also publicly confirmed their interest in the youngster.

With Wirtz approaching the final two years of his current contract, there have suggestions Leverkusen could be forced into a sale worth close to €150m (£126.1m).

Wirtz’s maturity and composure relating to his career has impressed those at Leverkusen. The versatile star has often appeared to prioritise his personal improvement as a player over the chance to join an elite side immediately. There is a belief that Wirtz recognises. He is not yet emotionally prepared for life with the likes of Bayern, City or Madrid.

Conversations have held between เล่นเกมคาสิโน UFABET ทันสมัย ฝากถอนง่าย Wirtz, his parents, Leverkusen manager Xabi Alonso and sporting director Simon Rolfes about the need for the 21-year-old to better control his emotions during games, with Wirtz agreeing that he needs to work on his mindset.

Leverkusen want to offer Wirtz the chance to continue growing by signing a new contract, but will not stand in the way of his desire to leave in future. A release clause of around €130m (£109.3m) is likely to includ in any new agreement to ensure Wirtz still has control of his career.