Former Germany international Patrick Helmes has lavished praise on Florian Wirtz, calling the Bayer Leverkusen star “probably the best midfielder in the world.” Speaking on ntv (h/t Spox), Helmes expressed his admiration for Wirtz’s exceptional ability, singling him out for his standout performances in the Champions League against Salzburg.
Wirtz’s Unique Talent: A Cut Above the Rest
Helmes believes that Wirtz’s talents set him apart from other top midfielders, including Jamal Musiala of Bayern Munich. While acknowledging Musiala’s potential, Helmes stated that Wirtz possesses something unique that makes him a superior talent in his eyes:
> “What Florian Wirtz can do is absolutely exceptional for me. Probably the best midfielder in the world.”
Helmes also noted that Wirtz has already established himself as Bayer Leverkusen’s best player and is poised to make a move to a bigger club in the near future.
Wirtz’s Potential Move to Real Madrid?
Given Wirtz’s immense talent and his impact at Leverkusen, Helmes believes it’s only a matter of time before the young midfielder moves on to one of Europe’s elite clubs. He specifically pointed to Real Madrid as a potential destination for Wirtz in the summer, highlighting that the 21-year-old has the quality to succeed at a club like Los Blancos:
> “I can imagine that he will go to Spain and go to Real Madrid. That would be something where I would say, ‘Yes, he could do that now.’”
Patrick Helmes’ glowing assessment of Florian Wirtz only further strengthens the perception that the German midfielder is among the brightest young talents in world football. As Wirtz continues to shine at Bayer Leverkusen, his future looks increasingly likely to involve a move to one of Europe’s top clubs, with Real Madrid emerging as a potential suitor. The next few months could be pivotal in Wirtz’s career as he potentially embarks on a new chapter at a higher level.