Overview

• Opta-tracked data reported by the BBC and local outlets shows Wirtz has created 21 chances in all competitions, the most by any Premier League player this season.
• Liverpool have suffered consecutive defeats to Crystal Palace and Galatasaray, intensifying scrutiny on Arne Slot’s selections ahead of Saturday’s trip to Chelsea.
• Jamie Carragher said Wirtz is "not at the races" and suggested he should be taken out of the starting XI after the Galatasaray loss.
• Sir Kenny Dalglish urged Wirtz to build an understanding with Alexander Isak and Hugo Ekitike, saying that kind of connection can develop quickly in training.
• Germany director Rudi Völler voiced "no concerns" over Wirtz’s adaptation, while Didi Hamann argued the midfielder should produce a goal or assist before Christmas.