Liverpool won the title breathtakingly just a few weeks ago, extending well above Arsenal and Manchester City.
Since then, it is a story of misfortune and excitement with regard to the transfer window.
The market is not even open yet, but it was a hubbub of activity in Anfield with Trent Alexander-Arnold announcing its decision to leave and a quick replacement which was to arrive in the form of Jeremie Frimpong.
But, their relations with Bayer Leverkusen may not stop there with Florian Wirtz a priority target.
The last on the pursuit of Liverpool of Florian Wirtz
The news broke out earlier in the week, Gracious David Ornstein of athletics, that Liverpool is interested in sign Wirtz This summer.
However, there are complications, especially that it could cost more than 100 million pounds sterling, but the fact that Bayern Munich (current favorites) and Manchester City also want to acquire its signature in the coming weeks.
It is said that Leverkusen prefers to sell abroad – understandable given their recent title rivalry with Bayern.
According to reports, Wirtz spoke to Slot But if he can convince the German to move to Anfield as he did with Frimpong remains to be seen.
The most beautiful Wirtz alternative in Liverpool
As a result, reds can transform their attentions elsewhere. The reports suggested that the Kevin de Bruyne out of contract is an option, while other statements indicate Rayan Cherki from Lyon wants to move to the Premier League This summer.
Transfer focus
Mega Money Deals, Controversial Moves and Big-Name Flops. This is the house of news and transfer opinions through Football Fancast.
Another option could be the Argentinian Wonderkid Franco Mastanuono who is currently playing for River Plate in his homeland.
According to Journalist Graeme BaileyManchester United has already had interviews on the signing of the 17 -year -old man, potentially ready to trigger his liberation clause of 38 million pounds sterling.
Despite United’s enormous interest in the player, Arsenal and Liverpool also cast eyes towards the attacker midfielder.
How Mastantuono compares to Wirtz
It goes without saying that Wirtz would be the best addition at this current moment. However, for a price fraction, Slot could sign a very similar player who potentially has an even brighter future in the game.
In the words of Ben Mattinson data analystMastantuono has a “wand of a left foot capable of unlocking the defenses and creating moments of magic”. Capable of playing right and through the middle, it is clear to see where Wirtz comparisons emerge.
The German superstar is also on the left, someone capable of playing right or behind the attacker. There is nothing less than sensational this term, score 16 goals And providing 15 assists in 45 outings, an achievement of a target every 1.4 games.
As a comparison, Mastanuono six goals and four assists In 17 games in 2025, a contribution every 1.7 corresponds to the matches. For someone so young, it’s a fantastic return.
At the same age, Wirtz also made solid progress in professional game. During the 2020/21 season, the young German drew attention by scoring five times and helping six in 29 games.
Mastantuono may not do so yet in Europe, but the “special and special talent” in Mattinson’s words has all the tools to become a real elite talent.
Further hailed as a “world class talent” By Scout Jacek Kulig, the Argentinian compares himself well compared to his oldest position.
Mastantuono vs wirtz | ||
|---|---|---|
Stat (by 90 minutes) | Mastanuono | Wirtz |
Goals | 0.36 | 0.38 |
Aid | 0.38 | 0.46 |
Shots | 4.94 | 2.84 |
Key passes | 2.77 | 2.18 |
Progressive passes | 3.37 | 6.74 |
Creative actions | 6.87 | 5.67 |
Successful Take-Les | 3.73 | 3.14 |
Progressive door | 4.94 | 5.02 |
Statistics via Fbref. | ||
Although Wirtz production for goals and assists is currently better, you can see the potential level of the Starlette River Plate here.
Despite his raw age, he already has more shots by 90 minutes and his rate of shooting actions goes through the roof.
It will not continue to improve and once it will hold me and develop further, it is a goal and assist the machine in manufacturing. Let’s just say that he could compete with Wirtz for one of the best playing fields attacking the game in a few years.
Related
It would be their best CM since Fabinho: Liverpool Plan offers for 60 million pounds sterling “machine”
Arne Slot seeks to strengthen her Liverpool team on the transfer market this summer.
