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

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

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• Bayern president admitted Wirtz will join Liverpool
• Conceded defeat in transfer race
• Leverkusen looking to complete the transfer soon

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  WHAT HAPPENED?

  Bayern were actively pursuing a move for Leverkusen star Florian Wirtz and were ready to compete in a three-way transfer race along with Manchester City and Liverpool. 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.

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• WHAT HAS BEEN SAID

  Speaking to , 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."

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  THE BIGGER PICTURE

  Earlier on Saturday, Sky Sports' Florian Plettenberg reported that Leverkusen are now working to complete the player's transfer swiftly 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.

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  WHAT NEXT FOR LIVERPOOL?

  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.

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