According to the authoritative Spanish media "Marca", Real Madrid is actively planning to bring in the core of the Bayer Leverkusen midfield, the 21-year-old German talent Wirtz, aiming to make him the new core of the team in the next 25/26 season, replacing the highly decorated Croatian veteran Modric.
Wirtz has scored 18 goals and provided 19 assists in 46 games this season, showcasing his all-round talent on the offensive end. Not only does he have excellent goalscoring ability, but he has also become an indispensable tactical core for Bayer Leverkusen with his accurate passing and excellent vision. Under his leadership, Bayer Leverkusen not only performed well in the league, but also won the Bundesliga title in one fell swoop, proving Wirtz's quality and charisma.
Real Madrid's pursuit of Wirtz did not come on a whim. It is reported that the Blancos have been paying attention to the young German midfielder for a long time, and his technical characteristics and performance on the pitch coincide with Real Madrid's tactical system. However, despite the excellent relationship between Real Madrid and Bayer Leverkusen, the difficulty and cost of this deal should not be underestimated. Wirtz is currently valued at a whopping €110 million, which is a significant investment for any club.
Since joining Real Madrid, Luka Modric has brought numerous accolades to the team with his outstanding skills, excellent leadership and relentless fighting spirit. However, the years have not been forgiving, and as the "Magic Flute" gradually enters the twilight of his career, Real Madrid's management has begun to look for the future, looking for a new star who can play the core of the midfield. And Wirtz, the upstart in German football, has become Real Madrid's top target with his impressive performances this season.
However, the transfer deal will not be an easy one. Although Real Madrid have a decent relationship with Bayer Leverkusen, it will take a huge effort to bring in the young player, who is worth up to 110 million euros. Bayer Leverkusen are clearly not going to let go of their midfield core easily, while Wirtz himself also needs to consider his career plans and future development. Therefore, Real Madrid will need to show enough sincerity and determination to come out on top in this transfer battle.
At the same time, Real Madrid's management must also take into account the team's overall salary structure and future development plan when handling this transfer. Wirtz's arrival could trigger a chain reaction, including changes to the current squad and the departure of other players.