Liverpool are closing in on the signing of Bayer Leverkusen and Germany star Florian Wirtz, who has had a reputation for being fiercely ambitious from a young age

Liverpool’s continued engagement with Leverkusen over recent weeks has also coincided with major changes at the German club. Head coach Xabi Alonso has taken over at Real Madrid, replacing Carlo Ancelotti. Former Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag has been appointed to lead Leverkusen through the next phase of their development.

Florian Wirtz is expected to complete a £116million move to Liverpool in the coming days, and the German has worked tirelessly to refine certain key aspects of his game

Following a short break, the summer transfer window is back open and Liverpool can once again start doing their business. The first port of call will be Bayer Leverkusen's Florian Wirtz - who is set to join for a fee that could reach £116m when add-ons are taken into consideration.

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