The Bundesliga vice-champions struck three times before the break
The transfer appears to be part of a broader squad overhaul at Leverkusen
Bayern have informed the player that they are stepping back from the deal
After this humbling experience, questions are already being asked about the team’s preparedness ahead of the 2025/26 Bundesliga campaign
Wirtz was instrumental in Leverkusen’s historic campaign under Xabi Alonso
The Bundesliga champions are determined to hold out for a record-breaking fee
The 24-year-old defender enjoyed a standout 2024–25 campaign with Leverkusen
The Dutch tactician has signed a contract running until June 2027
Bayer Leverkusen closed their Bundesliga season with a dramatic 2–2 draw away at Mainz — a match that doubled as a farewell to head coach Xabi Alonso and a final push for Patrik Schick in the Golden Boot race
Xabi Alonso took charge of his final home match as Bayer Leverkusen