Christian Falk, a German football insider, has stated that Bayern Munich will not pursue Florian Wirtz from Liverpool in the upcoming January transfer window. Wirtz, who transferred to Liverpool for £100 million in June 2025, had previously been linked to Bayern amid speculation about his future.
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In a post for CF Bayern Insider, Falk clarified that it is "NOT TRUE" that Bayern would consider signing Wirtz this January, citing his high transfer fee as a significant barrier. He noted that while Wirtz has not yet reached his full potential at Liverpool, he believes the player is improving and adjusting to his new team. Falk added that he has not heard from Liverpool indicating a willingness to sell Wirtz this winter, despite ongoing rumors.
Falk also commented on the situation regarding Michael Olise, suggesting that if Olise does not sign a new contract and is sold, Wirtz could become a primary target for Bayern. However, he emphasized that there are currently no negotiations or plans to acquire Wirtz.
Wirtz's performance has recently come under scrutiny, with Jamie Carragher criticizing his early-season form. However, given Liverpool's substantial investment in the player and his contract lasting until 2030, it is unlikely they will consider selling him any time soon. Falk's update reflects Bayern's understanding that they would need to generate significant funds from another high-profile sale, such as Olise, before pursuing Wirtz. Meanwhile, there are no indications of a swap deal happening in the near future.