Manchester City targets Florian Wirtz: offer exceeds £100 million

Manchester City is ready to pay over £100 million for Bayer Leverkusen star Florian Wirtz. This transfer could be a crucial move to replace Kevin De Bruyne, who will leave the club this summer.

City is actively preparing for the summer transfer window and sees Wirtz as the ideal candidate to strengthen the midfield. The club intends to offer serious money for his acquisition, with new sporting director Hugo Viana responsible for closing the deal. Bayer Leverkusen is not willing to let their leader go without serious negotiations, as Wirtz's contract with the club is valid for another two years.

Following recent investments in the winter transfer market, City is ready to invest again in a top player. Wirtz has repeatedly proven himself as one of the best young midfielders in Europe, scoring 15 goals and providing 13 assists this season. However, a recent ankle injury has raised questions about the speed of his recovery.

This is not the first time Manchester City has targeted a big-money signing: the club previously spent a record £100 million on Jack Grealish. Now, City wants Wirtz to become a key addition in midfield as the team prepares for the next season, which includes the Champions League and the World Cup.

Meanwhile, Bayer Leverkusen is trying to persuade Wirtz to sign a new contract with a possible release clause, but the question remains open — will Wirtz stay in Germany or accept an offer from one of the biggest clubs in England?