Florian Wirtz Set to Join Chelsea—But There’s One Condition
Florian Wirtz has reportedly agreed to join Chelsea, fulfilling his childhood dream of playing for the London club. However, the Bayer Leverkusen star has made one non-negotiable demand—securing a specific jersey number.
Speaking on the matter, Wirtz revealed, “Having agreed to join Chelsea, my boyhood club, I have now requested a particular jersey number. If Enzo Maresca fails to secure it for me, then there will be no point in me joining.”
This surprising ultimatum has sparked intrigue among fans and pundits alike. What makes this jersey number so vital that Wirtz would consider abandoning a move he has long desired? Could it hold deep sentimental value, representing a personal milestone or connection to his past? Or is the issue tied to the current wearer, possibly creating a difficult dilemma for Chelsea’s management?
With Chelsea keen on securing Wirtz’s talents, all eyes are now on the club’s efforts to meet his demand. Whether they can convince the current holder to relinquish the number—or find another compromise—could determine whether Wirtz dons the Chelsea blue or remains in Germany.