Florian Wirtz Impressively Defended as Talent Equal to Kevin De Bruyne in Form Discussion

Florian Wirtz, Liverpool’s promising midfielder, has been under close scrutiny following his high-profile move from Bayer Leverkusen. Despite not registering a goal or assist since the Community Shield, Wirtz’s potential remains a topic of discussion. Manager Arne Slot recently compared Wirtz’s development to that of Kevin De Bruyne during his early days in the Premier League.

Wirtz’s Performance and Potential

Since joining Liverpool for £116 million, Wirtz has played 734 minutes, making him one of the top players in terms of minutes played this season. While his goal tally remains at zero, he has created 11 chances in the Premier League that went unconverted, indicating his ability to contribute offensively.

Need for Patience

Arne Slot emphasized that, like De Bruyne, Wirtz requires time to adapt to the rigors of the Premier League. He stated, “Give him a bit of time. He has to play, and he has played a lot. It’s normal to need adjustment time.” Slot noted that other players have gone through similar transitional phases.

Creative Contributions

Slot remains optimistic about Wirtz’s creative capabilities. He believes the midfielder could have already tallied six or seven assists if not for the misfortunes of his teammates. “One of the greatest examples is the Chelsea game, where he set up Mo Salah. Unfortunately, he hit the post,” Slot mentioned.

Looking Ahead

Wirtz’s usage in the squad has varied, having started in two of the last four matches. Despite the lack of goals and assists, both Slot and fans are hopeful that the young talent will soon find his rhythm in Liverpool’s dynamic setup. As Wirtz continues to adjust, the expectation remains that he will become an influential player similar to Kevin De Bruyne.