The English media hasn’t directly cast a verdict on Florian Wirtz’s performance after Newcastle 2-3 Liverpool, likely because Wirtz wasn’t involved in this particular match. However, given the ongoing transfer rumors, here’s what we know about Wirtz’s recent performances and the media’s take on him ¹:

Recent Performances and Media Verdicts

– Germany’s Nations League Match: Wirtz played for Germany in their Nations League semi-final match against Portugal, scoring a goal but ultimately losing 2-1. The German media was critical of his performance, with outlets like BILD, Sport1, and Sky Germany rating him 3/10. They felt he was “barely visible” during the first half and “disappeared” before and after his goal.

– Transfer Speculation: The media has been buzzing with transfer rumors surrounding Wirtz and Liverpool. Given his impressive stats, including becoming the youngest Bundesliga scorer and being named the Europa League Young Player of the Season twice, Wirtz seems like a promising signing for the Reds ².

Potential Impact on Liverpool

– Liverpool’s Title Chances: Pundit Gary Neville expressed surprise at Liverpool’s willingness to spend a large sum on Wirtz but acknowledged that signing world-class players is essential for winning the league. Neville predicts Arsenal will win the title next season.

– Wirtz’s Potential: With Wirtz’s impressive track record, including helping Bayer Leverkusen win their first-ever Bundesliga title and being named the league’s Player of the Season, he could significantly strengthen Liverpool’s squad ³.

Conclusion

While there’s no direct verdict from the English media on Wirtz’s performance in the Newcastle 2-3 Liverpool match, the German media’s criticism of his recent performance for Germany might raise some eyebrows. Nevertheless, Wirtz’s potential transfer to Liverpool could still materialize, given the ongoing negotiations and the Reds’ interest in strengthening their squad ².