Bayern Munich planning to pip Barcelona in the race to sign German wonderkid – report

Julian Wirtz has emerged as one of the most sought-after young attackers in world football, following his rapid rise to prominence at Bayer Leverkusen.

Barcelona are among the clubs closely following the development of Wirtz and are eyeing a potential move in the future.

Bayern Munich ready to compete with Barcelona

Barcelona, though, are set to face stiff competition in the race to sign Florian Wirtz. The Bavarian giants, in fact, have come up with a plan to pip the Catalans in the race.

According to SportBild (h/t Mundo Deportivo), Bayern Munich are planning to make Wirtz a main part of their project.

The club are ready to lure the German with the promise of pairing up alongside another German whizkid Jamal Musiala. The club are planning their future around the two youngsters.

A problem for Barcelona

Bayern Munich’s conviction to sign Florian Wirtz could make things difficult for Barcelona, who are not in the best of positions, financially.

After all, it is worth pointing out that Wirtz has a long-term contract at Leverkusen. The German whizkid, therefore, is likely to cost a fortune.

With seven goal involvements so far, the young playmaker has continued his progress rapidly at Leverkusen, which may further spring his valuation.

In fact, Bayer Leverkusen, who have not placed any release clause in Wirtz’s contract, are likely to demand a fee of upwards of €100 million for the player.

This may be enough to completely rule out Barcelona from the chase, as the club are not in a position to afford such a figure.

The Catalans do have other alternatives lined up in the market, though the club are also falling behind in the race for another young starlet in the form of Arthur Vermeeren.