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Hans Wirtz Defends Son’s Slow Start at Liverpool, Cites Premier League Adjustment

He says Florian Wirtz will justify his record fee after adjusting to the league’s speed.

Overview

  • Florian Wirtz moved from Bayer Leverkusen to Liverpool in the summer for roughly €125–150 million, making him the most expensive German player.
  • He has yet to register a goal or assist in his first ten Premier League matches, prompting media criticism.
  • European form has improved, with two assists in a 5–1 win over Eintracht Frankfurt and a strong showing in a 1–0 victory against Real Madrid.
  • Hans Wirtz described the Premier League as faster and less organized than the Bundesliga and said teammates acknowledge his son’s quality.
  • He credited coach Arne Slot with convincing Wirtz to pick Liverpool over Bayern as the club sits third after ten matches with 18 points under ongoing scrutiny.