Philipp Lahm believes Florian Wirtz would be a perfect fit for Liverpool, praising both the club’s system and the role new manager Arne Slot could offer the young German star.
Philipp Lahm, speaking to The Athletic, broke down exactly why Florian Wirtz would thrive at Liverpool:
“Wirtz has an outstanding first touch and can change speed so easily. He doesn’t just want to be involved in the attacking play—he wants to be the decisive part of it.
He waits, he picks his moments, and can alter the speed of a game with one touch or pass.”
“That’s why he seems ideal for Liverpool. The system of play there has pace, vertical direction and a clear allocation of roles within the team that should suit him really well.”
He also addressed why Wirtz might opt for Anfield over a move to Bayern:
“Of course, I would have liked to see Wirtz in the Bayern jersey, but I can understand him moving elsewhere. For one thing, Arne Slot wants to develop a position with him, not just fill it.”
Lahm also noted that integrating both Wirtz and Musiala into the same lineup would be tactically difficult:
“Both want to occupy the middle of the pitch. Both want the ball and need space.” Yet he praised their mentality: “What I particularly like is that Wirtz and Musiala are team players. They connect with all their teammates on the pitch. They run a lot and help in defence.”
Still, Lahm pointed out areas where Wirtz will need to adapt:
“He needs to become more physically durable… He didn’t like man-to-man defence, but being robust is a prerequisite in the Premier League and Champions League.
And the pressure at Liverpool will be far more intense than in Leverkusen.”
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Latest update on Florian Wirtz transfer
Florian Wirtz created the most chances today (4), however, Germany lost to France for (2-0) in the 3rd place match of the UEFA Nations League.
Florian Wirtz vs France UEFA Nations League
Florian Wirtz vs France UEFA Nations League
Latest report from Christian Falk suggests Bayer Leverkusen expect a final offer from Liverpool for Florian Wirtz, with a €130M bid already rejected.
Both clubs are nearing agreement on a €140m package including add-ons.
Adding to that, Florian Plettenberg reports that next week could be decisive — with a full agreement nearly in place and a medical potentially on the cards.
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