Liverpool have raised their bid for Bayer Leverkusen midfielder Florian Wirtz, reports have revealed, but remain short of the German side's asking price.

The Reds have already failed with two offers for the 22-year-old star, the last of which was worth €130 million (£109.6 million, $148.3 million) . Leverkusen have so far stood firm on their asking price of €150 million (£126.4 million, $171.1 million).

Needing to do more to convince Leverkusen to sell, The Times were the first to reveal Liverpool have now lodged a fresh proposal worth a total of €134 million (£113 million, $152.8 million).

The vast majority of that fee would be guaranteed for Leverkusen, who are still believed to be looking to receive their full asking price. However, The Athletic note there are concerns

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