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Liverpool and Wirtz: David Lynch Clarifies Transfer Situation

The swirling speculation around Florian Wirtz and Liverpool has reached fever pitch, with social media erupting in claims of a “done deal”. However, as David Lynch articulates in his latest video on the David Lynch LFC YouTube channel, these claims are premature. In a clear and well-measured solo update, Lynch methodically deconstructs the rumours and sets out what’s really happening between Liverpool and Bayer Leverkusen.

Reports Misleading on Wirtz Deal Progress

“This isn’t just a case of Liverpool trying to play things down or to keep things quiet,” Lynch states early in the update. The excitement and misinformation that surfaced on Tuesday evening were, according to Lynch, based on “reporting [that] has got a little bit excited, a little bit ahead of itself.”

Crucially, Lynch reveals that while Liverpool are indeed pursuing Wirtz, “the deal, as far as I understand it, is not quite agreed yet.” He adds with certainty, “It’s not really accurate to say that Liverpool have completed a deal yet.”

Lynch’s goal in the update is to offer clarity amid the chaos. “Sources closest to Liverpool are describing some of the reporting around the situation as confused,” he shares. What follows is a precise rundown of where negotiations currently stand.

Formal Bids and Transfer Record in Sight

Liverpool have, Lynch confirms, submitted “three formal bids to Bayer Leverkusen so far.” The most recent of those, tabled just over a week ago, was worth £114 million in total — comprised of £100 million guaranteed and £14 million in performance-related add-ons.

Importantly, Lynch corrects speculation that the bid was rejected: “Contrary to some of the reports that have been out, this wasn’t actually rejected.” Instead, he explains that there is “an agreement there that that’s kind of a framework to work off,” with both clubs continuing discussions.

These talks are ongoing and productive. “We’ve seen further talks between the clubs today,” Lynch confirms, adding weight to the expectation that the deal remains on course. While there is no agreement in principle yet, the focus of the dialogue has shifted to structure: “what the add-ons will look like, how much those add-ons exactly will be, how they’ll be triggered.”

No Time Pressure for Liverpool

Although fans may be eager for an official announcement, Lynch advises patience. “It’s not really a concern,” he notes, especially given that Liverpool “are under no time pressure whatsoever.” With the Club World Cup not a factor, there is no deadline that forces urgency.

He also highlights that “some of these big moves can drag on all summer” and that despite this, “this deal is still moving very very quickly.” Encouragingly for supporters, Lynch concludes that the direction of travel remains positive: “That Florian Wirtz will be a Liverpool player… that one feels pretty locked in at the moment.”

Accuracy over Haste in Transfer Coverage

In closing, Lynch reiterates a journalistic principle that resonates throughout the update: “No need to rush us then and try to be first. It’s all about trying to be accurate in these situations.” It’s a reminder that in the world of football reporting, clarity trumps immediacy.

Liverpool fans have every reason to be optimistic, but as Lynch consistently emphasises, they should be cautiously so. With the club refusing to meet the €150 million asking price and working instead on a more pragmatic structure, the next few weeks will be key in determining whether Wirtz finally makes the move to Anfield.