Florian Wirtz Becomes Most Expensive Premier League Signing in History

Liverpool have shattered the Premier League transfer record by signing German playmaker Florian Wirtz from Bayer Leverkusen in a groundbreaking deal worth up to £126 million. The move includes a guaranteed £100 million and £16 million in performance-related add-ons, making Wirtz the most expensive player ever signed by an English club.

The 22-year-old was a standout performer in the Bundesliga, leading Leverkusen to an unbeaten league title last season. Liverpool’s decision to invest heavily signals the club’s intent to rebuild under new manager Arne Slot, who reportedly made Wirtz his top priority for the summer window.

Wirtz’s arrival pushes previous record-holder Moises Caicedo, who joined Chelsea for £115 million, into second place. The German international is expected to slot into Liverpool’s midfield as a creative force ahead of the 2025/26 campaign.