Florian Wirtz has expressed a desire to don the number 10 jersey at Liverpool, as reported by Sky Sports Germany journalist Florian Plettenberg.
When Arne Slot transitioned to Liverpool from Feyenoord, there was considerable skepticism regarding his appointment, particularly as he was taking over from the long-serving Jurgen Klopp.
Many questioned whether the Dutch manager would be able to adapt to the Premier League, a challenge that has proven difficult for numerous others.
Despite the doubts cast upon him, Slot successfully silenced his critics.
He led Liverpool to their second Premier League title, securing the championship with four matches remaining, as the Reds consistently maintained their position at the top of the table throughout the majority of the season.
The club has swiftly initiated preparations for their title defense.
Liverpool aims to recruit Bayer Leverkusen’s playmaker Florian Wirtz, having already signed his teammate Jeremie Frimpong to fill the void left by Trent Alexander-Arnold.
Wirtz, who has dedicated his entire professional career thus far to Bayer Leverkusen, may indeed be on the verge of a transfer this summer, although it appears that the German has a particular request in mind.
According to Florian Plettenberg of Sky Sports Germany, Wirtz has made a request for the number 10 shirt at Anfield.
It is the number that he has worn with Leverkusen and is something, seemingly, that he wants to maintain in England.
Currently, Liverpool’s number 10 is Alexis Mac Allister, who himself has been phenomenal for the Reds since moving there from Brighton in 2023.