Liverpool is about to have a league contest with Manchester City away from home. German star Hamann said in an interview with Sky Sports Germany that Wirtz is suitable to get a chance to play in this game, and Wirtz must also prove that he can perform against one of the best teams.
Since joining with a transfer fee of more than 100 million euros this summer, Wirtz has not fully adapted to the Premier League and is still struggling, so criticism of him has become increasingly louder. Hamann said: "Wiltz gave his best performance for Liverpool in the Champions League: against Atletico Madrid, in Frankfurt, and again on Tuesday against Real Madrid, he showed some highlights. But he has to influence the attack of the game, which he has not done enough so far."
For Sunday's blockbuster Premier League showdown between Liverpool and Manchester City, Hamann believes that this game can be good for Wirtz. Can have a very special meaning: "Manchester City is an opponent who also wants to have the ball, but their style of play is not as aggressive as the teams in the middle and lower reaches of the Premier League. This situation may be more suitable for him. Sunday's game may become a key battle for Wirtz. He must prove that he can make a difference on the offensive end when he plays in the Premier League against one of the best teams in the world."
Manchester City defender Stones will also be in the game. Continuing to try to prevent Wirtz from contributing to the team, he told Sky Sports Germany after the Champions League game against Dortmund that even though Wirtz has not yet scored, he still has great respect for him: "He has incredible qualities. He is one of those players who can find space in small spaces. We have to be careful with him."
It is still uncertain where Wirtz will appear against Manchester City. Showing his strength, but in the eyes of Liverpool coach Slott, this is not important: "Florian can play more than one position, and it is more important to put him in the position he is good at. We should not be too obsessed with whether he is the No. 10, No. 11 or No. 8. We want him to be near the penalty area, in the middle or slightly to the left or right in order to create so many opportunities that he has created for us."