Bayern Munich are reportedly not giving up on signing Bayer Leverkusen star Florian Wirtz – even if he signs a new contract extension.
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Wirtz wanted by Europe's biggest teamsMay extend stay at Bayer LeverkusenBayern still keen on signing GermanFollow GOAL on WhatsApp! 🟢📱WHAT HAPPENED?
According to Sky Germany's Florian Plettenberg, Bayern are continuing to 'closely pursue' the Leverkusen star. He adds that if the 21-year-old extends his stay with the defending Bundesliga champions, Bayern are hoping for a move via an exit option/release clause after the 2026 World Cup.
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The report adds that the entourage of Wirtz – who has been linked with Bayern, Manchester City, and Real Madrid but may sign a new Leverkusen deal – has been contacted by honorary Bayern president Uli Hoeness over a move. The club supremo is said to have a good relationship with the player's father, Hans Wirtz, and Bayern director of sport Max Eberl has already contacted the German international's camp.
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Wirtz has scored 12 goals and notched eight assists in 25 games in all competitions for Leverkusen this season, highlighting how his 38 goal contributions last term may not have been a one off.
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Amid this transfer speculation and contract talks, Wirtz is likely to feature for Leverkusen away to Borussia Dortmund in the Bundesliga on Friday.
