Liverpool’s summer transfer intentions have taken a decisive turn, with renewed focus on Bayer Leverkusen’s Florian Wirtz. In a report by German publication BILD, the Reds have seemingly been handed a clear path to one of Europe’s most sought-after talents following Manchester City’s surprise withdrawal from the race.

Liverpool's owners and directors have held an 'emergency meeting' to discuss the signing of Florian Wirtz as a stunning update has emerged. Wirtz is one of the leading talents in world football following his stellar performances for Bayer Leverkusen.

Liverpool remain on standby to sign Florian Wirtz despite the expectation being that the star is most keen on a move to Bayern Munich, with both Sky Sports News journalist Kaveh Solhekol and Fabrizio Romano explaining how a blockbuster transfer could yet come off.

Transfer news LIVE!The summer window opens in less than two weeks as clubs across Europe continue to work on major deals in a bid to get business done early. Arsenal are keen to sign the striker they so desperately crave and Viktor Gyokeres appears to be top of their wishlist amid reports that a £59million fee has been agreed.

After links to Liverpool, Manchester City, Bayern Munich and Real Madrid, one of the suitors for Florian Wirtz has reportedly withdrawn their interest.

Not since the rise of Mesut Ozil has European football witnessed a No 10 so intelligent and selfless with his movement as Leverkusen's Wirtz

What is clear is that Manchester City have the plans in place for the summer transfer window. They wouldn’t have put all of their eggs in the Florian Wirtz basket. City have never been a club that operates that way.

Liverpool are aiming to sign Florian Wirtz from Bayer Leverkusen. Michael Edwards is set to meet Liverpool owners Fenway Sports Group (FSG) to discuss the potential signing of Florian Wirtz, reports suggest.

The 22-year-old Germany attacker is one of the most sought-after talents in football — with Bayern Munich and Manchester City also keen.