Real Madrid and FC Barcelona are after Florian Wirtz

Liverpool could face a problem with one of its big investments due to the interest from Real Madrid, FC Barcelona, and two other European giants.

Raúl Cabrera Jiménez | 12 Oct 2026 | 19.00
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Real Madrid and FC Barcelona are going after Florian Wirtz
Real Madrid and FC Barcelona are going after Florian Wirtz

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Liverpool is facing interest from Chelsea, Bayern Munich, FC Barcelona, and Real Madrid for Florian Wirtz, a 23-year-old German attacking midfielder with a contract until June 2030. The four clubs are monitoring his situation after his performances in England fell below expectations, potentially making his future a highlight in Liverpool's transfer market, as reported by Ekrem Konur.

The English club currently does not consider parting ways with the player, for whom they made an investment of over 100 million euros in the summer of 2025. However, his inconsistency since arriving at Anfield has fueled speculations about a possible team change.

Currently, there are no confirmed formal offers from any of the four interested parties. The interest is in a monitoring phase, although the German's sports situation could influence moves for the upcoming market.

Liverpool Sees Four Major Clubs Tracking Florian Wirtz

Liverpool could face international competition if they decide to consider proposals for the midfielder. Chelsea, Bayern Munich, FC Barcelona, and Real Madrid are among the teams linked to his future.

The Chelsea case has a particular component. Xabi Alonso, the current coach of the London team, previously managed the German during their time at Bayer Leverkusen, where they together won the 2024 Bundesliga.

Bayern Munich has been monitoring the player's development for a while. The German club was previously linked to his signing before he ended up joining Liverpool.

Real Madrid and FC Barcelona also stand out among the clubs attentive to his situation. Both are familiar with his characteristics as an attacking midfielder, although neither has presented a confirmed financial offer to take him out of England.

The main challenge is contractual. Liverpool has the player tied until 2030 and still has four seasons to decide how to manage an investment made just over a year ago.

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Florian Wirtz Loses Value and Increases Pressure on Liverpool

Florian Wirtz's performance is one of the factors explaining the reports about his future. The midfielder has not been able to replicate in the Premier League the numbers he achieved during his final seasons in Germany.

According to statistics collected by AS, the player ended his first season in England with five goals and eight assists, figures far from the offensive production he had shown at Leverkusen.

The start of the 2026/27 season has not dispelled doubts either. In his first six matches under Andoni Iraola's command, the German only registered one assist.

His situation is also reflected in the market. According to the latest update from Transfermarkt reported by the sports press, his valuation has dropped to 85 million euros, after reaching 140 million when he arrived in England.

This decrease of 55 million euros represents a depreciation close to 40%, although it does not imply that Liverpool is willing to accept an offer for that amount.

The next step will depend on Wirtz's evolution in the coming months. Liverpool plans to continue working on his adaptation with Iraola, while Chelsea, Bayern, Real Madrid, and Barcelona will remain attentive to any changes that could open up a signing opportunity in 2027.

This news is an automatic translation. You can read the original news, Real Madrid y FC Barcelona van a por Florian Wirtz