Reds Close In on Record-Breaking DealLiverpool’s summer transfer window looks set to begin with a bang, as the club edges closer to signing one of the most

The Reds are thundering towards the sensational capture of Florian Wirtz, with Fabrizio Romano the latest top source to provide a crucial update.

Florian Wirtz to Liverpool is the big news of the weekend, with the Bayer Leverkusen star giving the green light to a high-profile switch to Anfield as he looks to follow team-mate Jeremie Frimpong. The Premier League champions are keen to quickly wrap up an expensive deal that could yet include a player heading in the opposite direction.

Liverpool FC is poised to create a dynamic midfield duo with the potential signing of Florian Wirtz from Bayer Leverkusen for a record £126 million. W

As Liverpool continue to be heavily linked with a move for outstanding Bayer Leverkusen talen, TEAMtalk takes a look at what some top coaches and pundits have said about what the Reds can expect if they win the race for the talented playmaker.

Florian Wirtz's father, Hans-Joachim, reportedly issued a clear demand to Bayern Munich that transfer talks must be wrapped up before their family go on holiday this summer. Those discussions took place during a secret meeting, where the player's camp outlined their ambitions, only for Wirtz to ultimately decide on a move to Liverpool instead.

The latest update on the transfer saga involving Bayer Leverkusen star Florian Wirtz has been issued and it will attract the attention of Liverpool fans. Wirtz, 22, is one of the most highly rated players in Europe and will be one of the most sought-after players this summer.