Overview
- Wirtz set up two first‑half goals for Leroy Sane in Germany’s World Cup qualifying win over Slovakia, creating multiple chances in a commanding showing.
- At club level he remains without a goal for Liverpool after 16 appearances, with three assists and intermittent starts as Arne Slot tests him in different roles.
- Germany coach Julian Nagelsmann and Leverkusen sporting director Simon Rolfes argued Wirtz is being hampered by Liverpool’s cohesion and finishing issues rather than a lack of creativity.
- His father and agent said he has no regrets about rejecting Bayern Munich to join Liverpool and described him as 100 percent satisfied with the move.
- Gary Neville’s post‑City criticism has been countered by support from former Liverpool players John Barnes and Neil Mellor, who urge patience and predict improvement.