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'Leaning towards Liverpool' - Bayern Munich chief concedes defeat in Florian Wirtz race as Reds close in on sensational transfer

<p>Bayern were actively pursuing a move for Leverkusen star Florian Wirtz and were <a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/liverpool-battle-man-city-bayern-munich-florian-wirtz-training-facilities-bayer-leverkusen-transfer-decision/blt02e20b5505dd4f99#cs748f80db5a45063f" target="_blank">ready to compete in a three-way transfer race along with Manchester City and Liverpool</a>. However, the club have now conceded that they are no longer a contender as club president Hainer admitted that the midfielder is likely to join Liverpool. </p>

WHAT HAPPENED?

<p>Speaking to <a href="https://x.com/_kochmaximilian/status/1926218623556763771" target="_blank"><em>Abendzeitung newspaper</em></a>, the Bayern chief said: "Max Eberl has informed me that Florian Wirtz is probably leaning towards Liverpool. I can't say how things will continue with Leverkusen."</p>

WHAT HAS BEEN SAID

<p>Earlier on Saturday, Sky Sports' <a href="https://x.com/Plettigoal/status/1926206746445389945" target="_blank">Florian Plettenberg</a> reported that Leverkusen are now working to <a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/liverpool-confident-wrapping-up-florian-wirtz-transfer-contract-done-bayer-leverkusen-sensation-desire/blt5f6033e67afbd84f#cs9ff1fa7ef58b8587" target="_blank">complete the player's transfer swiftly</a> and are waiting for the Reds' first offer. The former German champions reportedly want a transfer fee and a player from the English club, as they are looking to add a new goalkeeper, a defender, a striker and a potential replacement for Wirtz.</p>

THE BIGGER PICTURE

<p>Arne Slot's side will play their final game of the 2024-25 campaign on Sunday as they host FA Cup champions Crystal Palace at Anfield.</p>

WHAT NEXT FOR LIVERPOOL?

'Leaning towards Liverpool' - Bayern Munich chief concedes defeat in Florian Wirtz race as Reds close in on sensational transfer | Goal.com

Bayern Munich chief Herbert Hainer has admitted that Florian Wirtz is likely to join Liverpool this summer.