Liverpool have stepped up their pursuit of Florian Wirtz by lodging an improved £113m bid for the Bayer Leverkusen playmaker, sources have told ESPN.

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,

Liverpool have made a second bid for Florian Wirtz, raising their offer to a club record £113m. Bayer Leverkusen are believed to want £150m for the Germany international, who would prefer a move to Anfield. Liverpool’s initial proposal came to £109m, including add-ons, but they have now submitted an improved offer with a greater guarantee of £100m.