Mirror

Florian Wirtz's 'biggest issue' at Liverpool highlighted after £116m transfer

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His performances, both as a number 10 and on the wing, have sparked debate among fans and pundits alike.In an interview with Wetbasis, ex-Liverpool star Murphy said: "Talking about the Wirtz subject, one week he's playing with Ekitike and one week he's playing with Isak. The wide player doesn't change on the right but it does a bit on the left.READ MORE: Jurgen Klopp disagrees with Jamie Carragher on Florian Wirtz after Liverpool demandREAD MORE: Liverpool handed fresh injury concern for Man Utd clash as statement issued"He's also had a mixture of midfield partnerships behind him and when you're a No.



If we talk about Wirtz for example."So he's got to adapt to this amazing physicality of going to play in Newcastle, or playing against Arsenal, these two physically powerful teams and adapt really quickly."In addition to that, adapt to the expectations and pressure of the supporters and the media of what he is supposed to deliver."I've seen enough of the brilliant moments from Wirtz to not be concerned. I think he's found himself in great positions many times."There's a statistic that emerged the day before the weekend's fixtures that in all competitions, he's crafted more opportunities than anyone else."Even when you look at the Chelsea game, we're not talking about Wirtz positively or Liverpool positively, but his first touch when he came on was this incredible pass to [Mohamed] Salah.

Nine out of ten times, Salah scores that."Had he done that, Liverpool might have won the game and we would have been talking about Wirtz's brilliance. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like.