Bayern Munich Pursues Florian Wirtz as Key Transfer Target
Karl-Heinz Rummenigge calls Bayer Leverkusen star Florian Wirtz 'the best player in Germany' and reaffirms Bayern's intention to sign him despite his long-term contract.
- Former Bayern Munich chairman Karl-Heinz Rummenigge has confirmed the club's strong interest in signing Florian Wirtz from Bayer Leverkusen.
- Rummenigge described Wirtz as 'the best player in Germany' and emphasized the club's consensus on wanting to bring him to Munich.
- Wirtz, under contract with Bayer Leverkusen until 2027, has a market value exceeding €100 million and has attracted attention from top European clubs.
- Uli Hoeneß, Bayern's honorary president, has expressed hope for the transfer but acknowledged the challenges in securing Wirtz.
- Bayern Munich and Bayer Leverkusen, currently first and second in the Bundesliga, are set to face off in the Champions League round of 16 next week, a match Rummenigge sees as pivotal for Bayern's European ambitions.