"Florian Wirtz, one of the brightest talents coming out of Germany in recent years has simply struggled so far since joining Liverpool in the offseason. The generational player moved to Anfield because of a clear plan for the player under Arne Slot, however, the plan is not working as expected so far. So much so that Florian Wirtz is Liverpool's biggest xG underperformer in the Premier League this season, according to WhoScored. Not a great statement for your generational signing."
"Many will be quick to rule Florian Wirtz as a bust, but those who have watched him play under Xabi Alonso, know he is capable of so much more. Liverpool as a whole is struggling, and it is clear that it is not as simple as ruling out Wirtz as underperforming. Florian Wirtz could be wishing he had joined the Bavarians instead, and perhaps that door could open again in a years time, but for now something's gotta change for Liverpool and Wirtz."
Florian Wirtz moved to Liverpool in the offseason with a clear plan under Arne Slot but has struggled to meet expectations since the transfer. WhoScored lists Wirtz as Liverpool's biggest xG underperformer in the Premier League this season, a concerning metric despite his broader on-field contributions. Some observers label him a bust, but performances under Xabi Alonso showed greater capability. Liverpool's overall struggles complicate assessment of individual form. A potential return to Bayern remains a future possibility, though immediate changes are needed for both Wirtz and Liverpool. Slot and Nagelsmann require Wirtz at peak level to pursue high ambitions in 2026.
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