Wirtz Denies No.10 Demand Ahead Liverpool Transfer Talks

Florian Wirtz is reportedly close to a record-breaking transfer to Liverpool from Bayer Leverkusen, with the Premier League club submitting a club-record bid of around €130 million. Despite rumors that Wirtz requested the iconic No. 10 shirt currently worn by Alexis Mac Allister, Wirtz has publicly denied these claims, emphasizing his respect for current players and dismissing the reports as inaccurate. Liverpool has faced challenges in meeting Leverkusen's asking price, having had two offers rejected so far, but the deal appears likely as Wirtz has reportedly approved the move. Other clubs like Bayern Munich and Manchester City have withdrawn or lost interest, leaving Liverpool as the main contender. The No. 10 jersey carries historical significance at Liverpool, previously worn by club legends, which adds to the sensitivity around the shirt number discussion. As negotiations continue, Liverpool's coach Arne Slot has also explored alternative signing options, but Wirtz remains the primary target.