Florian Wirtz - Soccer News, Rumors, & Updates

Nets one in win Wirtz scored one goal to go with four shots (two on goal), six crosses (zero accurate) and three corners in Saturday's 2-0 win versus FC Augsburg.

Impact Wirtz banged in his sixth league goal of the season to add on to his four assists. He's also successfully started 12 of the 14 Bundesliga games, averaging about 2.9 shots, three crosses and two chances created per contest, making him a solid option in the attacking midfield for the side.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Florian Wirtz and Bruno Guimaraes at the top of Manchester City's transfer wishlist as Pep Guardiola seeks midfield reinforcements | Goal.com US Pep Guardiola has reportedly requested midfield reinforcements, with Florian Wirtz and Bruno Guimaraes topping Manchester City’s wishlist.

DECEMBER 13 • GOAL.COM

Produces versus Inter Wirtz had four shots (two on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and three chances created in Tuesday's 1-0 win over Inter Milan.

Impact Wirtz saw his streak of goal contribution come to an end but still put up strong numbers on offense, pacing his side in a pair of categories. He has tallied three goals, four assists, 15 shots (eight on target) and nine key passes in the last six fixtures.

DECEMBER 11 • ROTOWIRE

Nets early goal Wirtz scored a goal while taking two shots (one on goal) during Saturday's 2-1 win over St. Pauli.

Impact Wirtz found the back of the net after just six minutes to open the scoring in the match while tying for the team-high with two shots. The attacker has three goal involvements over his last three Bundesliga appearances while combining for five shots and two chances created over that stretch.

DECEMBER 7 • ROTOWIRE

Registers assist in shellacking Wirtz assisted once to go with three shots (two on goal), two crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 5-2 win versus FC Heidenheim.

Impact Wirtz supplied the assist Saturday for Bayer Leverkusen's third and decisive goal in their 5-2 victory over Heidenheim. The assist marked back-to-back appearances in which Wirtz has found a pass unlocking the opponent's defensive ranks. On the season, the talented attacking midfielder has scored four goals and offered three assists over 11 league appearances (10 starts).

NOVEMBER 24 • ROTOWIRE

Watch out, Man City & Real Madrid! Bayern Munich step up Florian Wirtz pursuit as German giants plot major sales to fund €100m bid for Bayer Leverkusen star | Goal.com US Bayern Munich are reportedly plotting major sales to fund a €100m Florian Wirtz pursuit to beat Real Madrid & Manchester City to the Leverku...

NOVEMBER 22 • GOAL.COM

Bayern Munich chief explains why there is no guarantee that Bundesliga giants will be able to poach Florian Wirtz from Bayer Leverkusen | Goal.com US Bayern Munich CEO Jan-Christian Dreesen has admitted there's no guarantees the club will be able to sign Florian Wirtz from Bayer Leverkusen...

NOVEMBER 20 • GOAL.COM

Bayern Munich consider bids for three attackers as Jonathan David joins Florian Wirtz and Xavi Simons on German giants' shortlist | Goal.com US Bayern Munich have reportedly drawn up a shortlist of three superstars with Jonathan David joining the likes of Florian Wirtz and Xavi Simon...

NOVEMBER 15 • GOAL.COM

Assists with lone chance created Wirtz had an assist with his lone chance created while taking two off target shots and crossing twice inaccurately during Saturday's 1-1 draw with Bochum.

Impact Wirtz set up Patrik Schick in the 18th minute assisting the opening goal of the match. The assist was the first since August for Wirtz and his first goal involvement since September in the Bundesliga as he's combined for nine shots, five chances created and 11 crosses in his last three starts.

NOVEMBER 9 • ROTOWIRE

Creative in loss Wirtz had two shots (one on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and three chances created in Tuesday's 4-0 defeat against Liverpool.

Impact Wirtz may not have gotten on the scoresheet during Tuesday's clash, but he did produce some nice creativity throughout. The attacking midfielder nearly set up a few goals and looked to be the best player on the pitch throughout for the visitors. Wirtz will be a key part of everything going forward in the attack moving forward, despite this tough result.

NOVEMBER 5 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to starting XI Wirtz scored a goal while taking four shots (two on goal), crossing once inaccurately and creating two chances during Wednesday's 1-1 draw with Brest.

Impact Wirtz found the back of the net in the 24th minute opening the scoring in the match while leading Leverkusen in shots and chances created. Wirtz returned to the starting XI in the match after being a substitute this past weekend against Frankfurt and has now scored three goals in Leverkusen's opening three Champions League matches.

OCTOBER 24 • ROTOWIRE

Makes bench Saturday Wirtz (ankle) is on the bench for Saturday's match against Frankfurt.

Impact Wirtz returned from international duty with an injury that will keep him out of Saturday's XI. The attacker is the key figure at the club and is replaced in Saturday's XI by Amine Adli.

OCTOBER 19 • ROTOWIRE

Man City going all out to sign Florian Wirtz as Kevin De Bruyne replacement amid Bayern, Liverpool & Man Utd interest in Bayer Leverkusen star | Goal.com US Manchester City are reportedly ready to break the bank for Florian Wirtz as Kevin De Bruyne's replacement amid interest from several Europea...

OCTOBER 18 • GOAL.COM

Bayer Leverkusen's Florian Wirtz injures ankle on Germany duty

Bayer Leverkusen says its star attacking midfielder Florian Wirtz has injured his ankle while on international duty with the Germany team

OCTOBER 15 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Picks up ankle injury Wirtz suffered a sprained ankle in Monday's 1-0 win over Netherlands, according to his club.

Impact Wirtz could be set to miss some time, with the midfielder having to withdraw in the 46th minute of Monday's win due to ankle issues. It has now been confirmed as a sprain, although the extent of the issue and a timetable for his return is unknown. He will look to start training within the next few days and avoid missing too much time, as his absence will be a major loss after starting in all eight games to begin the season.

OCTOBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

Main creator for Leverkusen Wirtz took one shot (on goal), crossed twice inaccurately and created four chances during Tuesday's 1-0 win over AC Milan.

Impact Wirtz was held off the scoresheet, but led Leverkusen with four chances created in the match. Wirtz has two goals to go along with four shots, seven chances created and two crosses through the opening two Champions League matches.

OCTOBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Creates two chances Wirtz crossed once inaccurately and created two chances during Saturday's 1-1 draw with Bayern Munich.

Impact Wirtz was held off the scoresheet while tying for the team-high with two chances created in the match. The maestro has scored two goals while combining for five shots, nine chances created and five crosses in his last three Bundesliga starts.

SEPTEMBER 28 • ROTOWIRE

Goal streak continues Wirtz scored one goal to go with three shots (two on goal), four crosses (one accurate) and one corner in Sunday's 4-3 victory against Wolfsburg.

Impact Writz scored Leverkusen's second goal Sunday during the first half of their 4 - 3 victory over Wolfsburg. Wirtz has begun the season looking like an unstoppable force in the Leverkusen attack, having taken 19 shots (12 on target) en route to creating 19 chances, scoring six goals and supplying a single assist over five appearances (five starts) in all competitions. He has scored at least one goal in three successive matches.

SEPTEMBER 22 • ROTOWIRE

Nets brace in UCL debut Wirtz scored twice while taking three shots (two on goal) and creating three chances during Thursday's match against Feyenoord.

Impact Wirtz opened the scoring in the fifth minute before adding a second goal in the 36th while leading Leverkusen in both shots and chances created as of his substitution in the 72nd minute. It was a dominant debut in the Champions League for Wirtz who has at least one goal involvement in each of his four Bundesliga and Champions League appearances on the early season.

SEPTEMBER 19 • ROTOWIRE

EA Sports FC 25 Ratings: Top 25 Players in the Bundesliga The top 25 players in the Bundesliga includes Harry Kane, Florian Wirtz and Gregor Kobel.

SEPTEMBER 14 • SACBEE.COM

EA Sports FC 25 Ratings: Top 25 Players in the Bundesliga The top 25 players in the Bundesliga includes Harry Kane, Florian Wirtz and Gregor Kobel.

SEPTEMBER 14 • KANSASCITY.COM

EA Sports FC 25 Ratings: Top 25 Players in the Bundesliga The top 25 players in the Bundesliga includes Harry Kane, Florian Wirtz and Gregor Kobel.

SEPTEMBER 14 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Converts penalty in win Wirtz scored a goal while taking two shots (one on goal), crossing four times (one accurate) and creating four chances during Saturday's 4-1 win over Hoffenheim.

Impact Wirtz found the back of the net in the 72nd minute converting a penalty while leading Leverkusen with four chances created. Wirtz is off to a flying start to the season with four goal involvements, including three goals, through the opening three fixtures.

SEPTEMBER 14 • ROTOWIRE

FIrst assist of season Wirtz had an assist while taking seven shots (four on goal), crossing twice inaccurately and creating six chances during Saturday's 3-2 loss to Leipzig.

Impact Wirtz set up Alejandro Grimaldo in the 45th minute assisting Leverkusen's second goal while leading the team with seven shots. The assist was the first of the season for Wirtz who has combined for three goal involvements, 11 shots and nine chances created through the opening two matches of the season.

AUGUST 31 • ROTOWIRE

Opens season with brace Wirtz scored two goals while taking four shots (three on goal), crossing three times inaccurately, creating three chances and making four tackles (winning two) during Friday's 3-2...

Impact Wirtz found the back of the net in the 38th and 101st minutes, the second goal being a rebounded game winner after seeing a penalty kick saved. Wirtz is one of the main string pullers for Leverkusen and will be a consistent threat in attack for the club, though his four tackles led Leverkusen during Friday's win.

AUGUST 23 • ROTOWIRE

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Bayer Leverkusen's Florian Wirtz injures ankle on Germany duty