Liverpool have been given further encouragement that a blockbuster deal for Florian Wirtz is on the cards this summer after a German outlet  cast serious doubts over the prospects of a move to Bayern Munich – seemingly leaving the Reds with one hurdle left to cross before sealing a club-record deal.

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Rodrygo’s name has been suggested by the outlet, and if Arsenal strike a deal with Real Madrid for the Brazilian, the Galacticos could then steal Wirtz away from Liverpool. The Brazilian has produced several magical moments at Real Madrid in recent years, and he is more than capable of being a superstar at a different club.

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Real Madrid are the current favourites to sign German star playmaker Florian Wirtz from Bayer Leverkusen this summer. talkSPORT BET are pricing the Spanish side at 7/4 to sign the Germany