Liverpool Transfer News: The first summer signing is imminent, amid Florian Wirtz’s remark.

Bayer Leverkusen playmaker Florian Wirtz, who is now shining for Germany at Euro 2024, has been linked with a move to Liverpool after winning the Bundesliga title.

The Arne Slot era at Liverpool is gradually taking shape.

The Premier League announced the full fixture calendar for the 2024-25 season on Tuesday, with Slot’s first game in command coming against newly promoted Ipswich Town. However, the Dutchman must prioritise preseason recruitment.

The summer transfer window has been officially open for five days, and while Liverpool isn’t expected to make any big additions, the Reds are set to make their first signing since Jurgen Klopp departed the club. Klopp might be followed by a number of players, with one star’s price already decided.

Here’s a roundup of the most recent Anfield transfer news.

Wirtz’s father rules out a relocation.

Florian Wirtz’s father has declared that the Germany international will not leave Bayer Leverkusen this summer, despite reports of a move to Liverpool, Real Madrid, and Bayern Munich. Wirtz, 21, was one of several star players as Leverkusen won the Bundesliga title last season, earning a ticket in the Champions League.

The explosive playmaker scored in Germany’s opening Euro 2024 game on Friday, raising his profile, but he will not be shifting clubs this summer. “Florian has a contract in Leverkusen,” Hans Wirtz told Bild. “And he’s looking forward to his first Champions League appearance with Bayer Leverkusen next year. “These are the facts. The spotlight has now shifted to the Euros.

There will be a lot to do with the team next season, so there is no need for speculation. There’s really nothing else to say.”

Liverpool set £25 million Kelleher’s price tag.

Liverpool has signed Caoimhin Kelleher, their second-choice custodian, for £25 million. The 25-year-old Irishman is eager to start playing first-team football and was linked with a move away from Anfield last summer.

According to the Athletic, Celtic are interested in Kelleher, but the Scottish champions, who are looking to replace Joe Hart, may find him too expensive. According to Mirror Football, Feyenoord custodian Justin Bijlow, who is also a target for Arsenal, may reunite with Arne Slot and push Alisson Becker for the number one shirt instead of Kelleher.

Liverpool are on the verge of signing 16-year-old Alvin Ayman from Wolves, their first signing under Arne Slot’s management. Ayman is primarily a defender who joined Wolves’ under-18 side last season before making two Premier League 2 appearances for the under-21 level.

According to the ECHO, Liverpool is close to finalising the deal to strengthen its academy setup, with Ayman regarded as one of the country’s most promising young players. Notably, the highly rated prospect played in Wolves’ 4-2 Premier League North victory over Liverpool in April.