According to BILD, Wirtz and his parents flew by private jet to Manchester on Tuesday for a secret meeting with Pep Guardiola, further fuelling speculation about a potential move.
While the exact purpose of the visit remains undisclosed, the meeting has sparked intense rumours that Manchester City are attempting to outmanoeuvre Bayern Munich in the race for the 21-year-old's signature.
Both clubs are believed to be at the front of the queue, but City's personal touch could give them the edge.
Several top European sides have expressed concrete interest in the Germany international, who has been heavily linked with a move away from Leverkusen this summer. Wirtz recently hinted at a possible transfer by saying he is ready to step out of his "comfort zone".
City reportedly view Wirtz as a long-term replacement for Kevin De Bruyne and are prepared to pay around 100 million euros for his services, according to Sky Sports Germany.
However, if Bayern Munich attempt to sign him, Leverkusen are expected to demand a higher fee - potentially up to 150 million euros - due to their domestic rivalry.
Erling Haaland has given a confident update on his Manchester City future, stressing his commitment to the club's long-term project while accepting the uncertainty around Pep Guardiola's contract beyond 2027.
Kylian Mbappe's race to be fit has taken another hit, with the French forward facing a serious battle to return for Real Madrid after remaining unused in their 2-1 defeat to Manchester City at the Bernabeu.
Eddie Howe said he "let rip" at his Newcastle United players during a "fifteen-minute reality check" in Leverkusen after the Magpies allowed another late goal to undermine their Champions League ambitions.
Manchester City boosted their push for a top-eight finish in the Champions League league phase with a 2-1 comeback victory over Real Madrid at the Bernabeu.
