Liverpool Agree Record Deals for Wirtz, Kerkez

Liverpool have agreed record transfers for Florian Wirtz (£116m from Bayer Leverkusen) and Milos Kerkez (£40m from Bournemouth), with both moves expected to be finalized soon. The club is also set to sell centre-back Jarell Quansah to Bayer Leverkusen for just over €40 million, marking a record signing for the German side. Amid uncertainty over Ibrahima Konaté’s contract, Liverpool are prioritizing defensive signings, targeting Crystal Palace’s Marc Guéhi—who is reportedly keen but seeks guaranteed playing time—and also admiring RB Leipzig’s Castello Lukeba. Liverpool’s pursuit of Newcastle striker Alexander Isak has reportedly stalled due to a £200 million asking price, shifting attention to Aston Villa’s Ollie Watkins. Additionally, Arsenal are nearing the signing of Leicester playmaker Bilal El Khannouss after securing Martin Zubimendi, as they bolster their midfield and attack.