Liverpool transfer news: Reports have linked Bayern Munich with a move for Florian Wirtz, amid claims that Liverpool’s £125m signing has struggled to settle in England. German reporter Christian Falk, however, has rejected suggestions that Bayern currently track the 23-year-old midfielder.
Falk stated that Bayern have no plans involving Wirtz and that his information contradicts reports of an imminent move. He added that a future return to the Bundesliga remains possible. Should Wirtz express interest, Bayern would be the first club he would approach.
The reporter did leave room for a different possibility. Falk said he could not rule out Bayern having considered the idea of signing Wirtz, even though he had no information about an active pursuit. Bayern may admire a player without preparing a transfer, and Wirtz’s current situation does not establish that Liverpool want to sell.
Liverpool transfer news: Should Liverpool consider selling Wirtz to Bayern Munich?
Liverpool should resist any temptation to cash in on Wirtz after a difficult start. His contract runs until June 2030, while the club invested heavily in his arrival from Bayer Leverkusen in 2025.
The reported £116.5m–£125m fee reflects the scale of Liverpool’s commitment, yet his early numbers have encouraged criticism. Across his first 54 matches for the club, Wirtz reportedly recorded seven goals and nine assists. Those figures fall short of the creative output supporters expected from such an expensive signing.
Still, a slow adaptation does not erase his established quality. Liverpool changed managers, with Andoni Iraola introducing a more vertical tactical approach, and Wirtz has needed time to adjust. His technical ability remains evident through his passing and chance creation.
Why Liverpool should give the German more time
Wirtz has started all four of his Premier League appearances this season, collecting one assist against Nottingham Forest. He has completed 151 of 179 passes, created seven chances and received one yellow card.
His Champions League appearance against Atlético Madrid added three chances created, although he has yet to score this season. The sample remains small, and Liverpool should assess his performances across a longer run of matches.
Selling now could turn temporary uncertainty into a lasting sporting mistake. Wirtz still has the age, contract security and technical foundation to become a central figure at Anfield.
Bayern’s reported lack of immediate interest gives Liverpool little reason to entertain a transfer. Even if the German club revisit the idea later, Liverpool should focus on helping Wirtz settle rather than reacting to every difficult performance.
