Alan Smith spots alarming Liverpool problem after Florian Wirtz suffers injury
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Liverpool IconLiverpool FC NewsFeaturesFlorian WirtzAlan Smith has highlighted a worrying issue at Liverpool after Florian Wirtz’s injury, raising concerns about squad depth as the Reds approach a crucial point in the seasonLiverpool missed Florian Wirtz against Nottingham Forest(Image: 2026 Getty Images)Alan Smith has raised concerns about Liverpool's squad depth after Florian Wirtz suffered an injury ahead of the game against Nottingham Forest.Liverpool were forced into a late change ahead of their match against Nottingham Forest, with Wirtz withdrawing from the starting lineup.The Germany international had been named to start at the City Ground by manager Arne Slot, but an injury sustained during the warm-up forced him out just before kick-off. Curtis Jones was handed a late call-up, having initially been set to begin the game on the bench.With Wirtz being added to the Reds' growing injury list, there have been concerns surrounding the options available to Arne Slot.READ MORE: Nottingham Forest 0-1 Liverpool LIVE: Late Mac Allister goal after VAR check, Wirtz injuryREAD MORE: Arne Slot hails 'incredible impact' of Rio Ngumoha after dramatic win vs.
Nottingham ForestSmith speaking for Sky Sports at the City Ground said: "Forest have got more viable options from the bench than Liverpool today."Ultimately, Liverpool went on to win the game 1-0, though the result was not without late drama involving Alexis Mac Allister. The German is not expected to be sidelined for long and is hopeful of returning next week against West Ham United.Wirtz picked up an injury during Liverpool's warm-up(Image: Getty Images)The Reds struggled for creativity in the final third, an area where Wirtz was clearly missed.
It was another miss for us."He's in really good form, but someone else has to do the job, and Forest have good players. I said before the game that I was surprised about their league position."Liverpool FCLiverpool injury newsFlorian WirtzArne SlotNottingham Forest