Pep Guardiola is a persuasive man.
The likes of Gabriel Jesus and Leroy Sane have previously revealed that they rejected offers from elsewhere in favour of a move to Manchester City after speaking to the Spaniard – who can be considered one of the best managers ever, if not the best.
After all, why would they? The man from Santpedor has a proven track record of winning the highest honours wherever he works, while also developing players to a world class level, as he has done with elite talents like Phil Foden, Josko Gvardiol and Rodri.
However, Pep Guardiola has now failed to launch a successful charm offensive despite a positive phone call with Florian Wirtz.
Florian Wirtz advised to reject Manchester City
Christian Falk is now claiming on CF Bayern Insider that Hans-Joachim Wirtz has advised his son to ignore Manchester City and join Bayern Munich instead.
The reliable journalist states that the Bayer Leverkusen No.10 enjoyed a productive chat with Guardiola over the phone, although his father – who also works as his agent – believes a switch to the Allianz Arena would represent a better career move.
Falk adds that this development has created shockwaves at Bayern Munich and surprised those in the boardroom, who now believe they are in the driving seat to sign the Germany international.
Real Madrid also want Wirtz this summer – but the race seems to be more between Manchester City and Bayern Munich as things stand.
Bayer Leverkusen could encourage Florian Wirtz to join Manchester City
Bayer Leverkusen could yet have something to say about this situation.
Of course, it will be tough to make Wirtz ignore his own father, but the Bundesliga side have plans of their own which involve working with Manchester City.
Bayer Leverkusen want to sign Stefan Ortega and James McAtee from Manchester City this summer, and a meeting was recently held to discuss the duo and Wirtz – who is valued at £100m.
Therefore, we believe Manchester City are not out of this race just yet, purely due to the fact the Citizens have plenty to offer Bayer Leverkusen besides just money alone.
