Florian Wirtz

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1. When was Florian Wirtz born?May 3, 2003
2. Where was Florian Wirtz born?Pulheim, Germany
3. What is Florian Wirtz known for?Exceptional technical ability, vision, and goal-scoring prowess as an attacking midfielder
4. What is the bundesliga debut age?17 years and 15 days
5. What is the 2025 transfer?Moved to Liverpool for a club-record fee (approx. £100 million plus bonuses)
6. Who is Florian Wirtz?Florian Wirtz is a German soccer player who plays as an attacking midfielder for Liverpool and the German national team. He is famous for his speed, skill, and goal‑scoring ability.

Attacking Midfielder: A central midfield player whose primary role is to support the forwards and create scoring opportunities through passing and dribbling.
Bundesliga: The highest professional football league in Germany, renowned for its high-quality play and passionate fan culture.
UEFA Euro: The quadrennial international football championship organized by UEFA for the senior men's national teams of Europe.
Club-Record Fee: The highest transfer fee ever paid by a football club to acquire a player, indicating significant market value and perceived potential.