Florian Wirtz is looking to turn his fortunes around at Liverpool, as he continues to come under fire for his performances so far for the Reds after a year or so at the club
Florian Wirtz of Liverpool during the Premier League 2026/27 match between Liverpool FC and Manchester City
Florian Wirtz is looking to turn things around at Liverpool(Image: (Photo by Robbie Jay Barratt - AMA/Getty Images))
Former Premier League manager Sean Dyche believes that "one moment" could turn Florian Wirtz's fortune around at Liverpool, amid a difficult start to the season.
The playmaker has come under criticism from several angles so far this campaign, as he has once again failed to show the qualities the Reds need from a player who cost the club roughly $150 million.
While some patience was given to the German international to settle over the past year, having walked into a relatively dysfunctional team last campaign during a difficult environment and a new league, there was some expectation that more would follow in the new season.
With just one assist to his name so far since the start of the campaign, backed up by some disappointing performances, patience has seemingly worn thin among fans and pundits alike.
Jamie Carragher has called for Wirtz to be dropped after the latest difficulties he faced against Manchester City, while many wonder if it will ever work out for the star signing.
With few options at Andoni Iraola's disposal for the midfield, especially over the next week or so, the 23-year-old may have to start for Liverpool, where many will hope he can turn his fortunes around.
While it can be hard to predict whether that will happen or not, former Premier League manager Dyche has been in locker rooms where that has happened, and he has given some insight into how things could turn around for the star at Anfield.
LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 11: Florian Wirtz of Liverpool during the Premier League 2026/27 match between Liverpool FC and Manchester City at Anfield on October 11, 2026 in Liverpool, England. (Photo by Alex Pantling/Getty Images)
Florian Wirtz continues to struggle at Liverpool(Image: Getty Images)
Speaking on TalkSPORT when asked about Wirtz's chances of improving, he said: "Of course [he is lacking confidence] and that comes with, well you've got to turn it around yourself.
"But it can take one moment, one big moment, one productive performance, and you're off and running," underlining just how quickly things could change.
Liverpool will certainly be hoping that moment comes sooner rather than later, considering the amount of money invested in him and the need for key players to step up this season.
Some of those changes in fortune may also come with changes in the team around him. Wirtz has a specific skillset that is built around close connections and instinct, while recent matches have shown a clear disconnect between the playmaker and those around him.
If Iraola can find a way to build those connections around the German ace, then perhaps he will start to show something closer to the form that earned him a move to the Premier League.
With some clashes in the Champions League, as well as matches with Arsenal and Chelsea on the horizon in the league and cup, there may be no better time for Wirtz to finally hit some form.