Florian Wirtz: Bayer Leverkusen chief makes surprise one-word transfer admission

Is he staying or is he leaving? Bayer Leverkusen's club leadership expresses itself about the future of Florian Wirtz – and does not rule out a change in the summer.

Florian Wirtz: Bayer Leverkusen chief makes surprise one-word transfer admission

Bayer Leverkusen CEO Fernando Carro has dramatically changed his tune when it comes to a transfer for Florian Wirtz.

Bayer 04 Leverkusen has received permission from its owner, the pharmaceutical company Bayer, to sell playmaker Florian Wirtz, according to German newspaper Sport1.

Leverkusen star Wirtz: Money isn't a decisive factor for my future. Florian Wirtz: No other German footballer is being talked about as much as the Leverkusen star right now. Now, the German international speaks out in an interview with Sports Illustrated – about his development, family, and future plans.

The news about a transfer of Florian Wirtz from Bayer Leverkusen to FC Bayern is currently overturning. Now, works-self boss Fernando Carro has given an assessment of the chances of a stay or change.

Bayer Leverkusen's club boss Fernando Carro sees the chances of a stay of exceptional footballer Florian Wirtz in the summer balanced. His gut feeling is "50:50", said Carro before the Bundesliga home game against Borussia Dortmund at the DAZN microphone.