The most disappointing signing of Liverpool in the 25/26 season

Nacho Estrella Dominguez-Mompell | 1 Oct 2025 | 14.00

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Florian Wirtz arrived at Liverpool as one of the most publicized signings of the summer. The English club paid 125 million euros to Bayer Leverkusen to secure his talent.

However, the German's start at Anfield has not lived up to expectations. He has barely managed one assist in nine matches, leading to growing doubts about his performance.

The contrast with his last season in the Bundesliga is evident. At Bayer Leverkusen, he shone with 16 goals and 15 assists, numbers that placed him among the best young talents in Europe.

Florian Wirtz and a challenging landing at Anfield

Florian Wirtz's adaptation to Liverpool has not been easy. Arne Slot's system demands intensity, speed, and defensive sacrifice, areas where the German has not yet fully established himself.

Fans were expecting an immediate impact, similar to what he had at Bayer Leverkusen. However, the Premier League presents a different pace, one that he is currently struggling to adapt to.

Some analysts believe that Slot has not found the ideal position for him. Wirtz requires freedom between the lines, something that the Reds' scheme does not always allow.

The price of the signing weighs on the German

The 125 million invested in Florian Wirtz create additional pressure. The record signing tag demands goals, assists, and decisive performances from him.

However, the player has only shown glimpses of his quality. His dribbling ability and vision appear sporadically, lacking the expected consistency.

Liverpool remains confident that his talent will shine through. Slot calls for patience, but the Premier League does not offer much time when it comes to signings of this magnitude.

The memory of Bayer Leverkusen

Fans still remember the dominant Florian Wirtz at Bayer Leverkusen. There, he was the key piece of an offensive team that revolved around his contributions.

His impact in the Bundesliga was immediate and consistent. In contrast, in England, he seems like a player searching for identity in a much more demanding environment.

Premature failure or necessary adaptation?

The debate on Florian Wirtz divides opinions. Some see his start as a sign of an inevitable failure, while others believe it's just a matter of time before he unleashes his potential.

The Premier League has witnessed similar cases before. Players who took time to find their place and ended up being crucial in subsequent campaigns.

Liverpool needs a quick adaptation. The team competes in multiple competitions and requires immediate solutions from its signings.

Meanwhile, Bayer Leverkusen watches from afar. Many in Germany think Wirtz would have continued to thrive in a more stable environment with less media pressure.

The future of the German in England will depend on his ability to handle the pressure. Florian Wirtz has the talent, but he must showcase it consistently at Liverpool.

This news is an automatic translation. You can read the original news, El fichaje más decepcionante del Liverpool en la temporada 25/26

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