[GUEST ACCESS MODE: Data is scrambled or limited to provide examples. Make requests using your API key to unlock full data. Check https://lunarcrush.ai/auth for authentication information.]  The Anfield Buzz [@TheAnfieldBuzz](/creator/twitter/TheAnfieldBuzz) on x 50.4K followers Created: 2025-07-18 19:31:31 UTC Florian Wirtz’s father confirms that Wirtz never viewed Manchester City as a real option: “Several clubs were interested, but in the end, Bayern and Liverpool were the only serious contenders. Arne Slot was able to convince Florian on a sporting level. He is also a very pleasant person. Florian’s best coaches were always those who gave him a lot of freedom. He finds the game in England interesting because it thrives on pace and dynamism. Arne Slot presented his playing philosophy, the team tactics in possession and pressing, and how Florian can develop his strengths in it. That made a decisive impression on Florian. The training conditions in Liverpool were also totally impressive. Plus, Florian is now at a good age to move abroad. Once you have a family, you are no longer as independent.”  XXXXXX engagements  **Related Topics** [bayern](/topic/bayern) [wirtz](/topic/wirtz) [florian](/topic/florian) [Post Link](https://x.com/TheAnfieldBuzz/status/1946291763318276115)
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The Anfield Buzz @TheAnfieldBuzz on x 50.4K followers
Created: 2025-07-18 19:31:31 UTC
Florian Wirtz’s father confirms that Wirtz never viewed Manchester City as a real option:
“Several clubs were interested, but in the end, Bayern and Liverpool were the only serious contenders.
Arne Slot was able to convince Florian on a sporting level. He is also a very pleasant person. Florian’s best coaches were always those who gave him a lot of freedom.
He finds the game in England interesting because it thrives on pace and dynamism. Arne Slot presented his playing philosophy, the team tactics in possession and pressing, and how Florian can develop his strengths in it.
That made a decisive impression on Florian. The training conditions in Liverpool were also totally impressive. Plus, Florian is now at a good age to move abroad. Once you have a family, you are no longer as independent.”
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