New Delhi: Real Madrid are looking to bring Florian Wirtz to the club, according to Catalan outlet SPORTS 45. The 15-time Uefa Champions League-winning club has lost their midfield maestro Toni Kroos.
The German midfielder announced his retirement before the 2023/24 season ended. Even though the Los Blancos possess serious talent in the ranks, they would love to bolster their attacking options.
With players like Jude Bellingham, Fede Valverde, and Aurelien Tchoumeni ready for the starting spots in the first XI, Real Madrid lacks decent back-ups or reliable options on the bench. Moreover, there are whispers about Rodrygo’s future. The Brazillian winger can leave the club in the next few years. Hence, the right flank has an open spot and Florian Wirtz is a proven player in such positions.
Similar to former Real Madrid player Isco’s spot in the squad, Wirtz is eyed by Real Madrid because of his proficiency to play in multiple positions. However, Catalan sources have suggested that Hansi Flick is eager to reunite with Florian Wirtz at Barcelona, and the club is diligently finding a solution to bring the German midfielder into the Blaugrana.
However, the financial aspects give Los Blancos an edge over their rivals, FC Barcelona, in the pursuit of Florian Wirtz. Barcelona are reported to have kept a close eye on him and wants to secure his services in the future.
However, the outlet acknowledged that this won’t be easy for the Catalans due to their financial situation. The report further mentioned, “Those close to Real Madrid believe that they will secure his services next season.”
Real Madrid shares a friendly relationship with Bayer Leverkusen, with Los Blancos club legend Xabi Alonso, touted to be Carlo Ancelotti’s replacement once the Italian manager leaves the club. Florian Wirtz is reportedly on the marquee list of targets for Los Blancos, besides Alphonso Davies and Lenny Yoro. Fabrizio Romano had reported that Real Madrid are in pole position to sign the French defender Lenny Yoro while Alphonso Davies’s transfer looks uncertain.
Florian Wirtz has emerged as one of the most sought-after talents in the football world, making a significant impact in the Bundesliga last season. He was instrumental in Bayer Leverkusen’s unbeaten league campaign, establishing himself as a key player under Xabi Alonso.
Wirtz scored 18 goals in 49 appearances for Leverkusen and contributed 20 assists across all competitions. His efforts helped the team clinch multiple titles, including a domestic double with victories in both the Bundesliga and DFB-Pokal. Additionally, Wirtz played a pivotal role in guiding Leverkusen to the Europa League final in 2024, where they were defeated 3-0 by Atalanta at Aviva Stadium in May.
Luka Modric is expected to hang up his boots once the 2024/25 season ends, and Real Madrid are desperate to land a player like Florian Wirtz to replace the old guards. His ability to shift into multiple positions makes him a key target, and Xabi Alonso expected to join the club that would reunite them. Wirtz had a breakthrough season under Alonso’s guidance, and he would love to run it again at one of the biggest clubs in the world.
Real Madrid are edging past FC Barcelona in the race for the German international, Florian Wirtz, reports Catalan outlet SPORTS 45. Football Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Cricket Live Score, Sports Breaking News from Sports Today
