Florian Wirtz decision under the microscope after Liverpool defeat to Crystal Palace

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I think he's better as a no. 10, but he hasn't played particularly well yet."You can look at all the performances he's played so far for Liverpool, he's been subbed in every game, or he's come on as a sub as well.

It's concerning that he has not hit the ground running at all."We all know he's a talent but every week that goes by and he hasn't found his feet or look like he's getting brighter... He's actually gone backwards since the start of the season."It's early days and I'm not going after him, but I'm concerned by his performance because it's not been good."And he was not alone in his assessment of Slot's decision to alter the role of his new No.7.Speaking on beIN SPORTS, former Red Jason McAteer said: "The Wirtz issue is one I think he needs to take accountability for.

A narrative starts to come about."So, he has to play him but that game was absolutely suited to Gakpo, running up and down the line, getting over, being physical, height in the box for set-pieces."He didn't [play Gakpo], he's gone and played Wirtz who doesn't like that kind of opposition and challenge - he doesn't. Then you’re weakening the team because he’s better in the No.