Florian Wirtz is set to join Liverpool ahead of Bayern Munich and Bastian Schweinsteiger has made his feelings clear on the German's Premier League move

Attack is obviously a particular area of focus, with French outlet L’Equipe claiming that United have joined the race for Mateta, who is entering the final year of his contract at Selhurst Park after winning the FA Cup and could also yet return to Ligue 1 as he bids to get back in the France squad.

Latest Liverpool transfer news and gossip as Bayer Leverkusen star Florian Wirtz continues to be linked with a move to Anfield

Liverpool have been given the green light from their owners to meet Bayer Leverkusen’s €150m (£127m) asking price for Florian Wirtz, according to reports.

Reds round-up as Premier League champions push for further huge deals after Jeremie Frimpong replaces Trent Alexander-Arnold

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Liverpool are closing in on a deal to sign Bayer Leverkusen midfielder Florian Wirtz, with the Reds prepared to make the Germany international the most expensive player in their history

Liverpool Submit Improved €130m Offer for Florian WirtzLiverpool are pressing forward aggressively in their quest to sign Florian Wirtz, submitting a substantial €130 million (£109m) transfer