Florian Wirtz sees form resurgence and leadership test at Liverpool

Liverpool midfielder Florian Wirtz has seen a resurgence in form during the international break, notably scoring against Serbia and performing well in a draw against Greece. This improvement follows a period of scrutiny regarding his performance levels at Anfield.

Jurgen Klopp has signaled confidence in the 23-year-old, even appointing him captain for a recent match against Greece. This move is seen as a potential step toward addressing leadership voids left by the departures of Mohamed Salah and Andy Robertson.

Meanwhile, former Germany captain Lothar Matthaus has defended Wirtz against what he describes as ‘unfair’ treatment from English and German media. Matthaus argued that the scrutiny overlooks Wirtz’s tactical contributions to Liverpool’s attacking sequences, suggesting that his impact is often found in the buildup to goals rather than just through direct assists or scoring.