Florian Wirtz’s father opens up on his son’s start to life at Liverpool

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Florian Wirtz's father, Hans-Joachim Wirtz, has spoken openly about his son's early experiences after transferring to Liverpool FC in the summer of 2025. Despite a high-profile move from Bayer Leverkusen valued at around £116–125 million, Florian has faced challenges adapting to the Premier League.

Hans Wirtz explained that a key reason Florian chose Liverpool over Bayern Munich was the convincing conversation with Liverpool's coach Arne Slot, whose playing philosophy and emphasis on pace, dynamism, and possession football aligned with Florian's strengths. Additionally, the training conditions and the opportunity for a new human and sporting challenge abroad influenced the decision. Hans emphasized that the decision was a joint one among the family and advisers, reflecting a shared confidence in Liverpool as the right destination.

Regarding Florian's performance, the father acknowledged the adaptation difficulties citing the Premier League's "incredible speed" and "constant back and forth movements," which differ significantly from the Bundesliga's style and tempo. This adjustment period has delayed Florian's impact, as he had yet to score or assist in league matches initially. However, recent games including Champions League fixtures against Frankfurt and Real Madrid have shown signs of improvement, with Florian registering key assists.

Hans Wirtz defended his son against criticism, urging patience and noting that Florian and the family expected a settling-in phase. He remains optimistic about Florian's future at Liverpool, underscoring that the player has integrated well into the team and earned the respect of his teammates, signaling confidence in his potential to justify the transfer fee and succeed in English football.