Florian Wirtz is a Germany midfielder who plays for Bayer Leverkusen, born in 2003, Pulheim, Germany. At 23 he goes to the FIFA World Cup 2026 with Germany, drawn into Group I. Bayer Leverkusen’s Bundesliga-winning midfielder and Germany’s creative leader.
Key Takeaways
- Full name: Florian Wirtz
- Born: 2003, Pulheim, Germany
- Position: Midfielder
- Club: Bayer Leverkusen
- Country: Germany (Group I)
- Estimated net worth (2026): estimated $40-65 million USD
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Bio and early career
Florian Wirtz was born in 2003, Pulheim, Germany. A technical and tactical midfielder whose breakthrough Leverkusen title made him world football’s hottest property.
Throughout his career, Florian Wirtz has built a reputation as a top-class midfielder for both club and country.
Club career
Florian Wirtz currently plays for Bayer Leverkusen, where he is a regular starter.
- Bundesliga winner with unbeaten Leverkusen
- One of Europe’s most coveted young midfielders
- Germany’s creative dynamo
Germany and World Cup 2026 outlook
Will be his first major World Cup. For the 2026 tournament, Florian Wirtz will line up for Germany in Group I alongside three other nations. Full group analysis is on the Group I preview page.
Squad-wise, Florian Wirtz’s role is central to Germany’s campaign. Their fixtures, manager and full squad analysis sit on the Germany team page.
Awards and honours
2024 Bundesliga winner (unbeaten with Leverkusen), 2024 Euros quarter-finalist.
Estimated net worth (2026)
Florian Wirtz’s net worth is estimated $40-65 million USD, based on publicly reported salaries, endorsement deals and sponsorship arrangements. As with all such figures, actual wealth may vary significantly from these estimates.
The bulk of Florian Wirtz’s wealth comes from his Bayer Leverkusen salary, image-rights agreements, brand sponsorships, and bonuses linked to club and international success.
Wife and family
Florian Wirtz keeps his personal life largely private. Public details about his immediate family are not widely available. Beyond his publicly available relationship and family information, Florian Wirtz generally keeps personal matters out of the press, focusing instead on football.
Frequently asked questions
How old is Florian Wirtz at the World Cup 2026?
Florian Wirtz is 23 years old at the 2026 World Cup. He was born in 2003, Pulheim, Germany.
What is Florian Wirtz’s estimated net worth?
Florian Wirtz’s net worth is estimated $40-65 million USD as of 2026, including club salary, endorsements, and personal investments.
Which club does Florian Wirtz play for?
Florian Wirtz currently plays his club football for Bayer Leverkusen in the German Bundesliga.
Who is Florian Wirtz’s wife or partner?
Florian Wirtz’s personal relationships are kept private and details are not widely shared in the public domain.
Has Florian Wirtz won the World Cup?
Will be his first major World Cup. Florian Wirtz has yet to win the World Cup with Germany.
What’s next?
- Germany team page – full squad, manager, fixtures
- Group I preview – all four group teams
- Players hub – more star profiles
- Predictions hub – tournament forecasts
- Match schedule
Last updated: May 23, 2026 by the Futbolzen editorial team. Net worth estimates and partner/family details reflect publicly reported information and are subject to change. Spot something out of date? Tell us via our Corrections Policy.