"Wirtz is really beginning to find his feet and is also adding the goals and assists to show for it. The silky German has four goals and two assists in his last seven matches and his overall impact is impossible to ignore. Moving on from an outstanding cameo in the cup against Barnsley, Flo's partnership with Hugo Ekitike really bore fruit with each assisting the other from the bench, including Wirtz's own superb finish."
"Although unaided by a fractured relationship with Arne Slot, Mohamed Salah has been a huge loss for Liverpool this month, with the forward guiding his nation to Fourth in the Africa Cup of Nations. One of Salah's long list of qualities is his ability to score or assist crucial goals. Liverpool have been struggling to get over the line in games of late and Salah could be vital in finding those moments that turn draws into wins."
Liverpool have started 2026 without a league win and faced boos at Anfield, yet positive factors remain. Florian Wirtz has found form, scoring four goals and providing two assists in his last seven appearances while linking effectively with Hugo Ekitike. Wirtz's recent performances include a standout cameo in the cup and a well-taken goal against Burnley, making him a near-automatic selection. Mohamed Salah's absence for the Africa Cup of Nations has been keenly felt; his ability to score or assist decisive moments could convert draws into wins upon his return. Liverpool currently sit fourth and remain in contention for a Champions League place.
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