Liverpool's Wirtz problem - does he need to be dropped?
Summary
Liverpool signed Florian Wirtz for £116 million to strengthen their midfield, but he has struggled to make a big impact in games, especially against top teams. Meanwhile, Rayan Cherki, a similar player at Manchester City, has had more goal involvement and success. Liverpool's new coach, Andoni Iraola, is facing pressure to decide if Wirtz should remain a starter.Key Facts
- Liverpool paid £116 million for Florian Wirtz, a German attacking midfielder.
- Since joining, Wirtz has scored 7 goals and made 11 assists in 56 games for Liverpool.
- Last season, Wirtz did not contribute to goals against any of the Premier League’s top 10 teams.
- This season, Wirtz has managed just 1 assist in 7 league and Champions League matches.
- Rayan Cherki, a 23-year-old attacking midfielder at Manchester City, has 16 more goal involvements than Wirtz despite costing less than a third of Wirtz’s transfer fee.
- Liverpool’s coach Andoni Iraola replaced Wirtz during a recent game against Manchester City.
- Former Liverpool players and pundits have suggested Wirtz needs to be dropped or improve his performance.
- Injuries to other players like Alexander Isak may affect the team’s choices for upcoming matches.
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