There is a sense of "expectation" Liverpool will soon agree a fee for Florian Wirtz, with the Reds also taking the 'final steps' towards another £42m deal.

Florian Wirtz has one clear shirt number alternative should he complete a summer transfer to Liverpool. The Germany international is subject of interest from the Premier League champions, though they have seen two bids rejected by Bayer Leverkusen - including a club-record £109m offer.

Florian Wirtz's move to the Premier League could be the transfer of the summer as Liverpool continue to push for his signature. The 22-year-old has seemingly turned down interest from Bayern Munich and Manchester City to make the move to the top-flight champions.