The Guardian's writers said that criticism of Florian Wirtz has been over‑the‑top and that his £116 million fee raises expectations, but they noted that his performances for Liverpool have underwhelmed compared with his displays in Germany and for the German national team. They added that the past week has summed up his Liverpool career so far.
Why it matters
Fans following Wirtz will want to know why his start at Liverpool has not matched his German form.
Key facts
- The Guardian's writers discussed Wirtz's contribution to Liverpool.
- They described criticism of Wirtz as over‑the‑top.
- They noted his transfer fee is £116 million.
- They said his Liverpool performances have underwhelmed relative to his German club and national team displays.
- They said the past week has encapsulated his Liverpool career so far.
Evidence
Credible reporting, but no official confirmation yet.
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