The Bavarians are said to be on the hunt for a ‘star’ caliber player at left wing instead of central attacking midfield.

David Ornstein is reporting that Wirtz is "believed to favour Liverpool" over rival suitors Bayern Munich, and that the player has gone as far as to scout potential homes in Northwest England ahead of a possible move.

Wirtz has been targeted by both clubs but is believed to favour Liverpool — although they would still need to agree a deal with Leverkusen.