across the past few years, Florian Wirtz has been attracting the attention of elite clubs all across Europe and turning heads wherever he is observed.

Wirtz is a talented attacking midfielder who possesses a good eye for goal and tremendous physical traits. He would be the ideal signing for any team that is looking for a long-term midfield prospect, and Barcelona has been keeping an eye on him for quite some time.

On the other hand, as is the case with the majority of their transfer business, financial constraints pose a significant obstacle to any large moves.

As a result of their urgent need for a pivot, the Catalans are primarily focusing their attention on the possibility of incorporating Martin Zubimendi into their roster. However, they are also keeping an eye on Joshua Kimmich, who is a German player.

It is also possible that they will receive positive news regarding Kimmich in the event that the midfielder chooses not to renew his contract with Bayern Munich.

The possibility exists that Bayern Munich might be more open to the idea of letting Kimmich go if they made a bid for Wirtz, which Sky Sports Germany reports they are considering doing. However, this scenario is quite improbable.

Has Bayern’s pursuit of Wirtz the potential to aid Barcelona? (Photograph by UWE KRAFT/AFP, courtesy of Getty Images)However, the German site also states that Bayer Leverkusen is aware of Wirtz’s value and has established an asking price of 120 million euros or higher in order to guarantee that they would receive a fair deal for one of their greatest players, who they anticipate will soon depart the club.Bayern is eager to acquire the player, and United is also interested in him.Any young player who is considering a move to a club in Germany will surely have Bayern Munich in their sights, and Wirtz is no exception to this particular rule.The Bavarians are also highly interested in getting him; but, the high asking price is a problem for them as well, and at the moment, they do not have the necessary room on their roster to accommodate him into their lineup.It is possible that everything will depend on the exits of Jamal Musiala, a player that Real Madrid is highly interested in, and possibly Kimmich, a player who would bring in a significant amount of money and open up room on the pay bill.According to reports, Manchester United is also interested in Wirtz and is anticipated to make contact with him in the near future in order to inquire about him.Barcelona had the ability to wait stealthily in the wings. 

Considering that Leverkusen believes Wirtz will remain with them until the conclusion of the 24/25 season, this provides them with the opportunity to maybe perform miracles and strengthen their financial status in order to make an attempt to acquire his services. 

In the event that this does not occur, they have the opportunity to take advantage of Bayern’s need to sell and sign a player such as Kimmich, who has been one of their long-term ambitions to strengthen the midfield.For a considerable amount of time, the Catalans will play the position of a bystander in this drama; yet, in the sport of football, it is quite difficult to say never.     

However, the German outlet also state that Bayer Leverkusen know Wirtz’s value and have set an asking price of 120 million euros or upwards to ensure they get a fair deal for one of their best players, who they believe will leave eventually.

The player is tempted by Bayern, United also interested

When moving to clubs in Germany, any young player will be eyeing Bayern Munich, and such is the case for Wirtz as well.

The Bavarians are also very keen on acquiring him, but the high asking price is an issue even for them, and currently they do not have the appropriate space on their roster to incorporate him.

It could all depend on the departures of Jamal Musiala – who Real Madrid are very keen on – and potentially Kimmich, which would bring in a hefty amount of money and free up space on the wage bill.

Manchester United are also interested in Wirtz and are reportedly expected to make contact to enquire about him soon.

Barcelona could wait quietly in the wings

With Leverkusen estimating that Wirtz may stay with them till the end of the 24/25 season, that gives them time to potentially work miracles and improve their financial standing to try and move for him.

If not, they can capitalise on Bayern having to sell and acquire someone like Kimmich, who is one of their longstanding targets to reinforce the midfield.

The Catalans’ role in this saga will be that of a passive observer for quite some time, but in football you can never say never.