The latest Liverpool transfer news as the Reds have been told that they could have a 'genius' on their hands if they sign Florian Wirtz.

Premier League champions Liverpool have reportedly stolen a march on Bayern Munich in the race for Florian Wirtz. Here is how the Reds could use the Germany star.

While, as is often the case, there were differing views at Bayern, Liverpool, on the other hand, outlined a highly professional and appealing plan for Wirtz, which matters the most to the player. He is set to become the new central figure in midfield at Liverpool as a playmaker, with Ryan Gravenberch and Alexis Mac Allister behind him.

The club had met with Wirtz and his family expecting to finalize a deal, only to be told that move was not going to happen. As for what changed the playmaker’s mind, Liverpool coach Arne Slot appears to have had a lot to do with the change of the heart:

Wirtz has been targeted by both clubs but is believed to favour Liverpool — although they would still need to agree a deal with Leverkusen.

Liverpool are set to sign Germany international Florian Wirtz from Bayer Leverkusen after beating Bayern Munich to the 22-year-old, leaving Bayern Munich to turn their attention to other targets

Leverkusen are awaiting Liverpool's opening bid for Florian Wirtz and it could include an Anfield star, according to a trusted source

FLORIAN WIRTZ’S future is in the melting pot – as Liverpool hover for the Bayer Leverkusen attacker. But the German is already rivalling one Premier League icon in a tasty manner