Florian Wirtz is a top European prospect and one of Germany's best players, notable for finding spaces other players cannot. At Liverpool he will benefit from a strong defensive buildup that should allow him to orchestrate play and create chances. His Premier League debut against Bournemouth was limited by the opponent's intense high press, requiring extra running and reducing his offensive influence; he averaged the most distance per minute on his team and registered few touches in the box or killer passes. Versatile from his Bayer Leverkusen role as a left-sided No.10 and central option, Wirtz is expected to adjust rapidly, with upcoming matches against Newcastle and Arsenal to test his rhythm.
Wirtz is one of the most exciting prospects in Europe, and one of the best players in Germany. What makes him special is his ability to find the holes no other player seemingly can. In this Liverpool side, where you're supported by a strong core of defensive buildup, he will be able to orchestrate and eventually find the opportunities to create for his team.
Against a side coached by Andoni Iraola, you will be demanded to run a lot because their high press and intoxicating way of playing forces the attacking midfielders to play catch-up whenever the ball is lost. That's exactly what Wirtz had to prioritize, as he averaged more distance covered per minute than anyone else on his team. Only teammate Dominik Szoboszlai covered more, but he played more minutes.
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