Bayer Leverkusen have turned down a fresh £113 million bid from Liverpool for their star midfielder Florian Wirtz, according to The Times journalist Paul Joyce.

The Bundesliga champions are determined to hold out for a record-breaking fee as they look to capitalise on the growing interest in the 22-year-old Germany international

Negotiations between the two clubs have been ongoing for more than two weeks, with sources close to the player indicating that Wirtz is pushing for a move to Anfield and has made it clear that Liverpool is his preferred destination.

Despite the rejection, the transfer saga is far from over. Talks are expected to continue, and many believe it is only a matter of time before Wirtz becomes the latest addition to Arne Slot’s new-era Liverpool squad.