Arsenal have entered early talks with Florian Wirtz and his camp. The Gunners aim to beat top clubs to sign the Bayer Leverkusen ace.
This move could reshape Arsenal’s midfield for years to come.
Wirtz dazzled last season by winning the Bundesliga Player of the Season award. He scored 18 goals and provided 20 assists in 49 games across all competitions. His current campaign shows similar flair with 15 goals and 12 assists from 35 appearances.
The 2024‑25 season may mark Wirtz’s final campaign at BayArena. Elite clubs are lining up for a deal that could reach around €100m. TBR Football reports that he is expected to leave Leverkusen alongside manager Xabi Alonso.
Arsenal have long admired Wirtz and are in constant contact with his camp. The 21‑year‑old is eager to test himself in the Premier League. Arteta’s side sees him as a perfect fit for their ambitious project.
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Rivals from Liverpool, Manchester City, Real Madrid, and Bayern Munich also covet the talented midfielder. Real Madrid hopes to lure him to follow manager Alonso, while Bayern looks to link him with teammate Jamal Musiala. Manchester City even view him as a potential replacement for Kevin De Bruyne in the No. 10 role.
Wirtz is close to signing a contract extension with a €125m release clause. Leverkusen appears willing to sell for around €100m if a strong sell-on clause is included. Manchester City is rumored to target a double deal with Wirtz and fellow star Jeremie Frimpong as a replacement for Kyle Walker.
Arteta’s men will need to push hard to secure Wirtz amid fierce competition. The Gunners are preparing for a transformative and expensive summer window. Their ambition to sign the playmaker sets the stage for an intense transfer battle.
Meanwhile, Arsenal are also hunting for a new striker to replace Alexander Isak. Reports from Italy suggest they can acquire Juventus’ Dusan Vlahovic for €40m. In addition, the club has shortlisted Eintracht Frankfurt’s Hugo Ekitike, who comes with a £60m price tag.