The former Premier League champions have reportedly reached a verbal agreement with Bayer Leverkusen for star midfielder Florian Wirtz, as per Sports Zone. City are ready to spend over £100 million to bring the 22-year-old to the Etihad as they prepare for life after Kevin De Bruyne.

The Germany international is expected to follow new Real Madrid boss Xabi Alonso in leaving Bayer Leverkusen this summer amid interest from Man City. Wirtz would be a superb signing for Man City, who were recently dealt a blow as the 22-year-old ‘agreed on a transfer’ to Bayern Munich.

Pep Guardiola saw another goal from a man who will soon be playing his last game at Manchester City, as Kevin De Bruyne boosted the hosts to a 1-0 win over Wolves at the Etihad Stadium on Friday.

Entering a rebuild for the 2025–26 season, Manchester City are reportedly looking to hijack Bayern Munich’s deal for a $150 million star.

Manchester City have submitted an official bid for Bayer Leverkusen star Florian Wirtz, according to BILD. That throws a wrench into what many assumed was a clear path to Bayern Munich.

Manchester City and Pep Guardiola are reported to have held a secret meeting with Florian Wirtz and his parents on Tuesday, according to German media.It follows a flurry of reports from across German

Florian Wirtz and his family travelled to England earlier on Tuesday for talks with Manchester City, according to German media. The wonderkid's future has seemingly taken another turn, with the Premier League giants not ready to give up on their pursuit just yet.