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Wirtz is new No.7 as Liverpool announce shirt numbers

Liverpool have confirmed Florian Wirtz as their new No.7 following Luis Diaz’s departure to Bayern Munich. The Germany international takes on an iconic shirt number at Anfield, as the Reds also unveiled squad numbers for their six other summer signings, including Milos Kerkez and Jeremie Frimpong, ahead of their 2025-26 campaign.

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Leverkusen will miss Xhaka more than Wirtz, says Schick

Patrick Schick says Granit Xhaka's departure will hurt Bayer Leverkusen more than that of Florian Wirtz. Jeremie Frimpong or Jonathan Tah.

Liverpool new boy Wirtz gets cash prize for friendly display

Florian Wirtz demonstrated his growing influence at Liverpool with a standout performance in the club’s final pre-season fixture in Asia, as the Reds secured a comeback victory over Yokohama F. Marinos at the Nissan Stadium. The German midfielder, who only recently joined the Merseyside club from Bayer Leverkusen, was instrumental in turning the game around after Liverpool had fallen behind early in the second half.

Rio Ngumoha is a bit special! Teenager shines in Liverpool win

Hugo Ekitike may have drawn a blank on his first appearance for Liverpool but fellow new signings Florian Wirtz and Jeremie Frimpong were both directly involved in goals before youngster Rio Ngumoha put the seal on a 3-1 victory over Yokohama F. Marinos in Wednesday's friendly in Japan.

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📽️ | Wirtz opens Liverpool goal account with sweeping finish

Florian Wirtz scored his first goal for Liverpool since completing a £116 million ($156m) British record transfer from Bayer Leverkusen this summer. He opened the scoring for the Reds in a comfortable 3-1 victory over J1 League side Yokohama F Marinos in a pre-season friendly on Wednesday. Trey Nyoni and Rio Ngumoha were the other scorers for the English side.

Leverkusen hand Wirtz's shirt number to USMNT star Tillman

Bayer Leverkusen have named Malik Tillman as their successor to Florian Wirtz by officially handing him the No.10 shirt following the German's move to Liverpool.

The Rondo: Liverpool, Miami and transfer market winners

GOAL US writers debate what has already been a busy summer for transfers, from the Premier League to MLS

Woltemade would 'lead to ruin' for Bayern as ex-star slams club

Former Bayern Munich midfielder Dietmar Hamann didn't mince his words while addressing the club's pursuit of Nick Woltemade and Florian Wirtz.

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Forget the stats and watch the player - Florian Wirtz is a truly special talent

Liverpool might not have liked the result of their friendly with Milan, but their German record signing made quite the impression

Van Dijk reveals what he told Wirtz to seal £116m transfer

Virgil van Dijk has revealed what he told Florian Wirtz to help seal a record-breaking £116m ($156m) transfer to Liverpool for the German playmaker.

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How Liverpool could still sign Isak despite £265m splurge

The Reds have already made a string of expensive signings, but they still have the cash to realise their dream deal

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'Years in the making' - Liverpool CEO defends summer transfer splurge

Liverpool's summer spending spree, nearing the £300 million mark, has raised eyebrows across the footballing world. But for club CEO Billy Hogan, this aggressive approach in the transfer market is not impulsive but the culmination of meticulous planning and a bold declaration of Liverpool’s ambitions on and off the pitch.

📽️ | Frimpong beats Gravenberch in hilarious game of UNO

Jeremie Frimpong exclaimed he is "still undefeated" after beating Liverpool team-mate Ryan Gravenberch in a game of UNO.

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Kahn explains why Bayern missed out on Wirtz to Liverpool

Legendary goalkeeper Oliver Kahn provided his thoughts on why Bayern Munich failed to beat Liverpool to the signing of Florian Wirtz.

Nunez hits hat-trick for Liverpool in thumping 5-0 friendly win over Stoke

Darwin Nunez scored a first-half hat-trick as Liverpool put Stoke to the sword in a 5-0 pre-season victory at Kirkby as Florian Wirtz made his debut.

Wirtz's father explains what sold Florian on Liverpool project

Florian Wirtz's father, Hans-Joachim, has lifted the lid on the decision behind his son’s sensational move to Liverpool, praising Arne Slot's 'pleasant' approach and tactical clarity. Despite strong interest from Bayern Munich, the German star opted for a Premier League switch, with his father now revealing just how tough it was to turn down Die Rekordmeister this summer.

Frequently asked questions

: Cole Palmer is an extremely technical player who features as either a central attacking midfielder or a right winger for Chelsea. He is left-footed, which allows him to cut in from the right flank when he's used as a winger.
: Cole Palmer was born in Wythenshawe, Manchester, in England.
: Cole Palmer wears the No. 20 shirt at Chelsea, assigned to him when the club signed him from Manchester City in 2023.
: Cole Palmer stands at 1.89m (6ft 2in) tall. Although he's not the quickest offensive player, he possesses exceptional technical ability and game sense.
: Chelsea talisman Cole Palmer weighs 74kg (163 lbs).
: Cole Palmer joined the Manchester City youth setup for their under-eights in 2010, despite growing up as a Manchester United fan.
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