An outstanding German talent declining Bayern will leave a bruise, even more so given that this was not just a financial decision

On the day of Bayern’s title celebration, there was a meeting between Bayern and Florian Wirtz in Munich. Wirtz was picked up at the airport and driven to a hotel in the city. Hoeneß, Rummenigge, Eberl, Freund, Dreesen, Kompany - Everyone was there to try to convince Wirtz.

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After these discussions, Wirtz left for vacation. He thought about his future for five days and in the end 'politely rejected Bayern's offer'. Wirtz, the player, informed Kompany. Wirtz's father Hans proceeded to call Eberl and Hoeneß to inform them of his decision.

Almost two weeks after learning that Florian Wirtz had rejected Bayern Munich executives are still reeling, but are sticking together rather than pointing fingers per Süddeutsche Zeitung (via @iMiaSanMia):

Bayer Leverkusen star Florian Wirtz has seemingly turned down Bayern Munich in favor of a switch to Premier League champion Liverpool.

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Former Liverpool and Bayern Munich star Didi Hamann has had his say on Florian Wirtz snubbing the Bavarians in favour of joining the Reds