Wirtz: “Who Says I Want The Number 10?” | OneFootball

Florian Wirtz Has Ideal Shirt Number Option If Liverpool Transfer Materialises

As Liverpool continue negotiations with Bayer Leverkusen over a potential blockbuster deal for Florian Wirtz, one off-field detail has sparked debate among fans — the shirt number the German sensation might wear should he arrive at Anfield.

The Premier League champions have reportedly made two bids for the 21-year-old playmaker, including a club-record £109 million offer, both rebuffed by the Bundesliga side. Talks remain active, with Liverpool expected to return with a third bid edging closer to Leverkusen’s £126 million valuation.

Amid the speculation, reports from Germany claimed Wirtz had expressed a desire to wear the No.10 shirt — the same number he’s donned with distinction at Leverkusen for the past two seasons. However, that jersey currently belongs to Alexis Mac Allister, a key figure in Liverpool’s midfield under Arne Slot.

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Wirtz Responds to Shirt Number Claims

Wirtz took to Instagram to quash the noise, stating bluntly:

It’s a mature and respectful response from a player who has drawn plaudits not only for his vision and technical ability but also for his temperament.

What Number Could Wirtz Wear at Liverpool?

If Wirtz does complete the move and has no intention of displacing Mac Allister, he could well return to familiar territory. The No.27 shirt, which he wore during his breakout years at Leverkusen, is currently vacant at Anfield.

Previously donned by Divock Origi, a cult hero responsible for some of Liverpool’s most memorable moments, the number has been up for grabs since Darwin Núñez switched to No.9 in summer 2023.

Given Wirtz’s past connection to the No.27 and the emotional value it holds for many Reds supporters, it presents a fitting and meaningful option — especially for a player expected to be at the heart of Liverpool’s next generation.

Conclusion

While shirt numbers are ultimately symbolic, for players like Florian Wirtz, they can reflect a sense of identity and continuity. Whether he ends up in red this summer remains to be seen, but should the deal be struck, the No.27 shirt awaits — a number rich in recent Liverpool folklore and ready for a new chapter.