Florian Wirtz's reaction to brutal Liverpool comments as Jamie Carragher sent message

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Daily Mirror IconSportFootballLiverpool FCFlorian Wirtz has been on the receiving end of criticism from several pundits during the early months of his Liverpool career after arriving in the summer transfer windowGermany's sporting director Rudi Voller has leapt to the defence of Florian Wirtz following a tough start to his Liverpool career since his £116million summer switch from Bayer Leverkusen. The 22-year-old midfielder is yet to find the back of the net in 16 appearances for the Reds, managing just three assists since his Anfield arrival.Two of Wirtz's assist came as Liverpool claimed a 5-1 win over Eintracht Frankfurt in the Champions League last month.

Voller has hit back at critics who have questioned Wirtz's early performances on Merseyside, with Jamie Carragher among his biggest critics.READ MORE: Liverpool could bank millions from clever transfer clause as Xabi Alonso call sharedREAD MORE: Liverpool handed true Premier League verdict as Ange Postecoglou warning issued"That's not unusual in England, where there are many experts who feel entitled to offer very sharp criticism of players," Voller told Kolner Stadt-Anzeiger. He's proven his running and playing abilities many times in the Premier League as well."People are currently underestimating Florian's influence on Liverpool's game, which, in general, isn't delivering what everyone expects from such a top team.

The German international is aiming to play a pivotal role in Liverpool's bid to get back on the winning track when the Premier League resumes on 22 November with a home game against Nottingham Forest.Arne Slot's side are currently in eighth place in the Premier League table after their 3-0 defeat to Manchester City before the international break. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice.Get 50% off Premier League kits and merchThis article contains affiliate links, we will receive a commission on any sales we generate from it.