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But all of them have to be there because these are all people who I shared a lot of great memories with.“These are people who I will never forget so I’m really grateful.”Wirtz’s mother, Karin, wished him in his efforts to understand English, while his father, Hans, admitted he wants his son to forge a good relationship with everyone at Liverpool.“I know it’s sometimes difficult for him to understand the English language at the speed it’s spoken,” Karin said. “So my wish for him is that he soon understands everyone he speaks to well and always has the appropriate answer ready.”Meanwhile, Hans said: “I can only wish and hope that he works well there, tries hard to learn a lot, and further strengthens the joy among the people there and has a good dialogue with team-mates, the people and the fans in Liverpool.”Wirtz’s oldest childhood friend, Ole Verhall, also took part in the feature and he shared his pride in the German in a touching message.“I’m really, really proud of you.
I hope you know that,” he said. “I miss you and I’m really excited to see you again in maybe a few weeks.
“I am very sure you will make a great job there. I wish you the maximum of success in your career in Liverpool.“I will be there, hopefully in the next few weeks.