Bayern Munich are keeping close tabs on Florian Wirtz’s situation at Liverpool, with their long-standing admiration for the Germany international remaining unchanged, according to a report by TEAMtalk.
The 23-year-old attacking midfielder completed his transfer to Liverpool from Bayer Leverkusen on July 1, 2025, in a club-record deal worth up to £116 million, signing a contract running until 2030. According to TEAMtalk, some figures within the Merseyside club harbor concerns over whether the playmaker can reach the exceptional levels expected of him following his high-profile transfer. While there is no suggestion that Liverpool are actively looking to sell the midfielder, Bayern Munich are reportedly attentive to how his situation develops under head coach Andoni Iraola, who replaced Arne Slot after a fifth-place Premier League finish last season.
Wirtz Struggles After Record-Breaking Move
Wirtz moved to Anfield in 2025 following a highly successful spell at Bayer Leverkusen, where he helped secure a domestic double in 2023-24 and registered 57 goals in 197 appearances. His transfer fee, consisting of an initial £100 million plus £16 million in potential add-ons, represents the largest financial outlay in Liverpool’s history, surpassing the £75 million paid for Virgil van Dijk in 2018. However, the playmaker struggled to adapt to the pace of English football in his debut campaign, registering only five goals and three assists in 33 Premier League appearances. His difficult form has continued into the current season, where he has managed only one assist and no goals in his first five matches.
Bayern Munich Maintain Historic Interest
Bayern Munich, alongside Manchester City, were actively linked with Wirtz prior to his record-breaking move to Anfield. The Bundesliga champions were ultimately priced out of a deal in 2025 when Liverpool committed to their £116 million package. Wirtz remains under a long-term contract until June 2030, meaning Liverpool retain total control over his valuation and future. Any potential move by Bayern would depend on Liverpool reviewing Wirtz’s progress, with report suggestions indicating his position could be revisited at the end of the current season.
