He FC Barcelona Keep fighting for the league, but turbulence outside the field continue to mark the agenda of the board. While the players concentrate on the domestic competition, sports planning continues its course, especially with regard to signings. This time, the focus is on a name that was on the radar culé.
Laporta’s ambition
Joan Laportapresident of FC Barcelona, had great plans to reinforce the center of the countryside. The goal was clear: find an ideal partner for Pedri y Gavithe young Blaugrana medullary stars.
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In that context, Wirtz It appeared as a luxury option. The German midfielder, with only 22 yearshe was already considered one of the best young soccer players in the world. With his game vision, his ability and his ability to unbalance matches, it seemed to be the perfect complement to the talents of the Masia.
A signing that is complicated
However, the last weeks have been a whirlwind for the Barcelona directive. Despite Deco’s efforts to approach Wirtz and convince him to join Barça, his future has taken an unexpected turn.
-He Bayer Leverkusenhis current club, negotiated with the player, but everything indicated that Barcelona was in the pole for his signing. But the situation changed. According to Florian PlettenbergLeverkusen has not been informed of formal negotiations and there is no agreement with the player.
Meanwhile, Bayern Munich, an eternal rival of Barça, has taken the lead. Sources close to the German club ensure that Bayern is still “very optimistic” about the incorporation of Wirtz.
Bayern Munich advances
It seems that the Bavarian giant has managed to get ahead in the race for Wirtz. With a five -year contract and a salary up to 25 millionBayern is ready to sign one of the most coveted players.
In fact, Bayern presents itself as the club that could take the next big step in the career of the talented midfielder.
The signing will not be cheap, but the quality of Wirtz and its long -term projection justify the investment. Despite the enormous competition for its signing, it seems that Bayern has a considerable advantage. Leverkusen has not received any official notification about the player’s departure, but the interest of the Bavarian is increasingly palpable.