Liverpool Secures Florian Wirtz in Record-Breaking Deal: Transfer Gossip and Updates

Liverpool agrees a £127m deal for Florian Wirtz, with updates on other major football transfers including Arsenal, Manchester United, and more.

Liverpool Agrees Fee for Florian Wirtz

Liverpool has reached an agreement with Bayer Leverkusen for the transfer of German midfielder Florian Wirtz. The deal, worth £127m including add-ons, is set to be one of the most expensive in football history. Wirtz, 22, is expected to undergo a medical soon, marking a significant addition to Liverpool's midfield.

Arsenal's Move for Martin Zubimendi

Arsenal has agreed to a £59m fee with Real Sociedad for Spanish midfielder Martin Zubimendi. The transfer is scheduled to be completed after July 1st to comply with Financial Fair Play (FFP) regulations. Zubimendi, 26, is seen as a key player to bolster Arsenal's midfield.

Manchester United's Strategy for Victor Osimhen

Manchester United is considering a deal for Napoli's Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen, using Dutch forward Joshua Zirkzee as part of the offer. Osimhen, 26, has been a top target for United, and this move could reshape their attacking lineup.

Other Notable Transfers

  • Benjamin Sesko: RB Leipzig's Slovenian striker rejected a move to Al-Hilal, with Leipzig holding firm on a £65m release clause.
  • Milos Kerkez: The Hungarian left-back is close to a £45m move to Liverpool, with Bournemouth securing Adrien Truffert as a replacement.
  • James Trafford: Newcastle United is negotiating with Burnley for the English goalkeeper.
  • Joao Pedro: Brighton is open to offers between £50-60m for the Brazilian forward, a target for Newcastle.
  • Benoit Badiashile and Axel Disasi: Chelsea is considering offers for the French defenders.

Fan Backlash Over N'Golo Kante's Move

Al-Hilal's attempt to sign N'Golo Kante from Al-Ittihad for the Club World Cup faces challenges due to fan opposition. The 34-year-old French midfielder's potential move could be in jeopardy.

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