Liverpool have made it crystal clear that Florian Wirtz isn’t going anywhere, despite the German playmaker finding the Premier League’s physical demands a real challenge.
Spanish outlets had been suggesting the 22-year-old was keen on a move to Real Madrid after a tricky first season at Anfield.
But sources within the club have firmly shut down those rumours.
The Reds view their record-breaking signing as absolutely central to their plans going forward, with insiders describing him as “untouchable” for the foreseeable future.
Liverpool’s Florian Wirtz is going nowhere, the club say
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Liverpool hold all the cards here too, with four years remaining on his contract and no release clause to worry about.
Not everyone’s convinced by Liverpool’s faith in their man, though.
ESPN FC pundit Craig Burley has been particularly scathing about Wirtz’s performances this season.
“Let’s stop beating around the bushes with Florian Wirtz. I’m fed up,” he said.
“What he did in Germany is what he did in Germany. That’s gone. He’s so lightweight in this Liverpool team, it’s unbelievable. He’s so lacking conviction in the final third, it’s incredible.”
The pundit went further, suggesting the club might need to cut their losses.
Florian Wirtz was branded ‘lightweight’ by Craig Burley
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“He’s gonna eventually play his best football as a number 10, and if he doesn’t, Liverpool are gonna have to sell him. He’s been a little bit of a waste so far this season.”
The numbers tell a mixed story for Wirtz this campaign, with six goals and eight assists across 37 appearances in all competitions.
His first Premier League goal didn’t arrive until late December, and it remains his only league strike of 2025 so far.
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That said, his ability to create chances has never really been in question.
Wirtz will have a golden opportunity to silence his critics when Liverpool welcome Tottenham to Anfield on Sunday.
It’s a crucial fixture for Arne Slot’s side, who face a genuine battle to secure a Champions League spot before the season wraps up.
The Spurs clash could prove a turning point for the German midfielder.
