Florian Wirtz has drawn significant attention following a stellar 2023/24 season, during which Bayer Leverkusen achieved an unbeaten domestic campaign.
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Wirtz contributed 18 goals and 20 assists across 29 matches, earning the Bundesliga Player of the Season award and a 12th-place finish in the Ballon d’Or rankings.
His continued brilliance has made him a prime target for top clubs like Arsenal, Manchester City, and Real Madrid, with Arsenal reportedly leading the race with an €100m bid.
Bayer Leverkusen’s Strong Stance
Leverkusen CEO Fernando Carro has firmly dismissed speculation surrounding Wirtz’s potential departure, highlighting the player’s happiness and commitment to the team.
Carro also criticized ongoing rumors as a distraction, stressing the club’s focus on their current campaign. The CEO further affirmed that manager Xabi Alonso, who has been linked with Liverpool and Real Madrid, will remain at the helm.
Current Standing of Leverkusen
Despite their strong start to the season, Leverkusen sit fourth in the Bundesliga, nine points behind leaders Bayern Munich. However, they remain committed to building on their domestic success and keeping their star players for the foreseeable future.
