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Florian Wirtz seeks specific role under new Liverpool manager

Florian Wirtz is seeking a specific role under Liverpool's new manager, Andoni Iraola, following a mixed debut season at Anfield. The 23-year-old German midfielder, who joined from Bayer Leverkusen for a significant fee, has expressed a preference for playing as an attacking midfielder. Wirtz noted that while he has learned much about the English style of football, he aims to improve his performance to help the club compete for titles.

Former player Dietmar Hamann has issued a warning regarding Wirtz's future at the club. Hamann suggested that if the player does not show significant improvement in the upcoming season, his position at Liverpool could become precarious. While Wirtz recorded seven goals and ten assists in 49 appearances during his first year, critics argue he has yet to reach his full potential under the previous management.

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