Overview

• Wirtz began the Merseyside derby on the bench, came on after about an hour and was rated 5/10 by the Liverpool Echo.
• Across seven competitive appearances for Liverpool, he has recorded one assist and no goals.
• Speaking to Sky, the 22-year-old said he remains calm, acknowledges the lack of end product and aims to improve with each game.
• Micah Richards said it has not clicked yet and noted expectations tied to a nine-figure fee, while Steve Nicol called Wirtz a "passenger."
• Jason McAteer questioned his readiness for the derby intensity but argued Liverpool's inconsistency and service have also limited his impact.