Florian Wirtz on the verge of history: Could Liverpool deal top Neymar and Kylian Mbappe among the most expensive transfers?

One of the most electrifying transfer stories of the modern era is taking shape. Florian Wirtz to Liverpool isn’t just a signing—it’s a statement. In a world driven by ambition and eye-watering sums, the Reds are set to make history with a deal that would make the 22-year-old German midfielder one of the most expensive players ever.

The German’s performances in the Bundesliga have been nothing short of sensational. He played a pivotal role in Leverkusen’s historic 2023/24 season, where they went unbeaten to win the league title for the first time. That campaign saw him notch 11 goals and 12 assists in 32 games.

Even as Leverkusen’s dominance dipped slightly this season, Wirtz remained consistently brilliant, contributing 10 goals and 13 assists in 30 Bundesliga matches, along with six goals in nine Champions League games.

Speculation around Wirtz’s future has been brewing for months, with nearly every European powerhouse monitoring his situation. But in the end, Liverpool acted swiftly and decisively, reaching a verbal agreement with Bayer Leverkusen to secure one of the brightest talents of his generation.

As per multiple reports, including Fabrizio Romano, “Wirtz already agreed personal terms with Liverpool two weeks ago, and all that remains is for him to complete medical tests and officially sign the contract.” The agreed fee? €150 million—a figure that includes bonuses and could make him the most expensive signing in Liverpool and Premier League history.

The Deal: Record-Breaking on All Fronts

Wirtz’s transfer isn’t just a big move—it’s a landmark moment for German football and the Premier League. According to Transfermarkt, “Bayer Leverkusen and Liverpool have agreed on a €150m deal,” with €120 million guaranteed, and the rest structured in complex add-ons.

The deal positions Wirtz as the most expensive German player ever, and should all add-ons be triggered, he would also rank as the third most expensive player of all time.

Here’s how his fee compares to the top transfers in soccer history:

This puts Wirtz in elite company and marks a major power move from Liverpool in the post-Klopp era. Notably, the €150 million fee surpasses Chelsea’s record signings of Enzo Fernandez and Moises Caicedo—both previously considered Premier League benchmarks.