Bayer Leverkusen’s Xabi Alonso has denied having any knowledge of Bayer Leverkusen’s midfielder Florian Wirtz’s alleged preference to join Bayern Munich. Alonso stated that Wirtz never informed him that he only wanted to transfer to Bayern Munich, describing the information as “not his”.
Transfer Speculation Surrounding Wirtz
The midfielder, who plays as an attacking midfielder, has been the subject of transfer speculation, with Bayern Munich reportedly being interested in signing him. Wirtz has previously played for Leverkusen’s youth teams before breaking into the first team. He is known for his creative style of play, often creating scoring opportunities for his teammates.
Previous Reports on Wirtz’s Future
According to previous reports, Bayer Leverkusen were aiming to retain Wirtz until 2026. Bayern Munich’s interest in signing Wirtz was confirmed in November 2024, with the club’s director commenting on the potential signing. The transfer speculation surrounding Wirtz has been ongoing, with Bayern’s president praising the midfielder amid the speculation. However, it is worth noting that Wirtz’s current club status is with Bayer Leverkusen, with according to the latest information available.