Wirtz was mentioned to leave Leverkusen this summer, several major European teams having expressed a certain interest in the midfielder. The player recently suggested that he was ready to get out of his comfort zone.
Bayern Munich and Manchester City would be the two clubs at the top of the race to recruit the German international. According to Bild, Wirtz and his parents went to Manchester in private jet on Tuesday to meet City coach Guardiola. If the object of the visit was not revealed, this “secret meeting” with the Spanish coach fueled speculation on a possible transfer from Wirtz in the Premier League. The Cityzens identified German as the ideal replacement for their outgoing talisman, Kevin de Bruyne.
Guardkiola is forcing for Wirtz
Sky Sports in Germany reported earlier than Leverkusen could consider taking advantage of the situation and selling Wirtz for 100 million euros in Cityzens.
Bayern has one step ahead
However, if Bayern strikes its door, it is likely that it increases its price to 150 million euros, Die Roten being a direct competitor.
For the moment, the former Champions of England are preparing for their next FA Cup final against Crystal Palace in Wembley on Saturday, with the aim of winning their first and only trophy for the 2024-25 season.
