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Wirtz recently stated in the press that he isn't panicking. Wirtz with Xabi Alonso during their time together at Bayer Leverkusen (Image: Getty Images) "He knows his quality and believes that sooner or later, it will show on the pitch.
I hope for his sake it does, because if it doesn't, it will be very difficult for him to cope with the pressure and criticism." German legends unite Despite some criticism surrounding Wirtz and his displays, three German soccer icons are convinced he'll prove his worth on Merseyside. German national team director Rudi Voller told Sky90: "He's not only an extraordinary footballer, he also has a great character.
I have experienced that myself." Wirtz jeered Not everyone has been so welcoming to Wirtz following his move to Liverpool, as he discovered on Monday when Germany took on Northern Ireland. Wirtz then experienced the fans' displeasure during the second period when he collapsed in the penalty box.