Bradley drops WhatsApp admission before taking on Florian Wirtz
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Florian Wirtz, Liverpool’s £116 million summer signing from Bayer Leverkusen, has recently faced scrutiny after a difficult start with the German national team, where his fight and form were questioned by Germany’s coach Julian Nagelsmann. Despite this, Wirtz remains central to Germany’s plans and has already shown glimpses of his exceptional class at Liverpool, fitting well into Arne Slot’s system. Liverpool's rebuilding strategy this summer also included acquiring Alexander Isak, signaling strong confidence in these major signings. The focus now is for Wirtz to overcome his recent challenges, retain mental resilience, and help Liverpool defend their Premier League title alongside his teammates.
Conor Bradley, Liverpool's right-back, is viewed positively for his dynamic playing style, including an aggressive role in midfield during pre-season. He is expected to be Liverpool’s first-choice right-back early in the season and recently gained momentum with Northern Ireland, providing the club an early World Cup boost in defence. His running ability and adaptability from deep positions complement Liverpool's evolving squad.
Wirtz’s playing style is highlighted by his versatility and creativity, making him a strong tactical fit in Liverpool’s midfield. Unlike some other midfielders, he can perform effectively both centrally and on the wings, offering manager Arne Slot valuable options and depth. Wirtz’s ability to drive attacking transitions, link play, and contribute goals and assists—he had 22 goal contributions last season—makes him a promising asset for Liverpool’s offensive setup.
Additionally, Wirtz has taken on set-piece duties such as corners and may eventually assume responsibility for free-kicks, adding further value to Liverpool’s attacking threats. His capacity to adapt and provide tactical flexibility stands out as a key advantage, especially in rotations involving other attacking midfielders and wingers such as Alexis Mac Allister, Dominik Szoboszlai, Cody Gakpo, and Luis Díaz.
Liverpool’s squad improvements with players like Wirtz and Bradley reflect a transition to a new era under Arne Slot, aiming for sustained success domestically and in Europe.
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