Reds hoping to wrap up a blockbuster transfer with Bayer Leverkusen soon, having already agreed to sign Jeremie Frimpong

According to a report from German outlet Sport1, it wasn’t primarily money or salary or even Bayer Leverkusen’s desire to send their man out of Germany and beyond the Bundesliga. Instead, it was Reds coach Arne Slot — who, like his Bayern counterpart Vincent Kompany, won his league in his first season at the helm.

Frimpong beats Galan and crosses to Wirtz, who is still occupying that gap within Atletico’s two banks of four. From here, Wirtz has time to control the ball and fire a volley at goal, forcing Jan Oblak to make the save.

This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇩🇪 here.There's a major twist in the transfer saga surrounding Florian Wirtz. Instead

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After impressing as part of Xabi Alonso's Bayer Leverkusen squad, Florian Wirtz is a player in demand. The 22-year-old star was key to the German club's Bundesliga triumph during the 2023-24 campaign and was named the division's Player of the Season after several excellent performances.

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According to several media reports, coach Arne Slot was the main reason for the decision. The Dutchman was able to convince Wirtz in a personal conversation.