Germany star prefers Bayern Munich move over Real Madrid and Manchester City

Germany and Bayer Leverkusen attacking midfielder Florian Wirtz is said to prefer a move to Bayern Munich over the likes of Real Madrid and Manchester City.

Florian Wirtz is expected to leave Bayer Leverkusen next summer and several big clubs are queuing up for his signature. Bayern Munich are said to be leading the race for the attacking midfielder, who is also said to be attracting the interest of Real Madrid and Manchester City.

According to Sky Sport, Wirtz would prefer to join Bayern Munich next summer instead of moving to a club abroad. His signature is expected to cost upwards of 100 million euros, with Bayer Leverkusen currently said to be holding out for 150 million euros.

Florian Wirtz or Xavi Simons? Bayern Munich ready to bolster attack next summer

The report adds that if Bayern Munich are unable to sign Wirtz, the alternative would be Xavi Simons. The Bavarians also wanted to sign the Netherlands international from Paris Saint-Germain this past summer, but he ended up moving to RB Leipzig on loan for another year.

Talks between Bayern Munich and Bayer Leverkusen have not taken place as of yet. And it would be interesting to see how negotiations go if Bayern do signal their interest in signing Wirtz, amid all the tension between the two clubs stemming from this past summer.

Florian Wirtz played a crucial role in Bayer Leverkusen's Bundesliga title triumph last season, and has also made an excellent start to the current campaign. The 21 year old has six goals and one assist to his name this season, and there are three years left on his current contract with the club.

Wirtz has an excellent relationship with Bayern Munich's Jamal Musiala, which could further boost the club's hopes of signing him. An attack featuring Wirtz, Musiala, Michael Olise, and Harry Kane would be near-impossible to stop for most teams in the Bundesliga and Europe.