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Florian Wirtz Shines in Liverpool's Title Defense
Florian Wirtz, Liverpool's record-breaking £116 million signing from Bayer Leverkusen, has had a significant impact on the team's title defense in the 2024-2025 Premier League season. His arrival brought high expectations due to the large investment, and he quickly became a key figure in Liverpool's setup, contributing to the club's performance and competitiveness in the league.
Wirtz's influence and quality have been further underscored by his individual accolades. He was named Germany's Footballer of the Year for 2025, a testament to his outstanding performances during this period [2][3]. This accolade suggests that his form has translated well from international recognition to club impact, benefiting Liverpool’s efforts in sustaining their championship credentials.
The media has also praised Wirtz's performances. BBC Sport commended his "great actions with strong ball touches," while The Mirror stated, "You can't take your eyes off Florian Wirtz" after his test win over Athletic Bilbao [4][5].
Despite the pressure of great expectations, Wirtz seems unfazed. He stated, "I haven't played a Premier League game yet, but I'm really looking forward to it."
Liverpool has launched a major transfer market offensive this summer, signing Jeremie Frimpong, Hugo Ekitike, and Wirtz from the Bundesliga. Alexander Isak from Newcastle United could still join the team.
The Community Shield match against Crystal Palace will take place at London's Wembley Stadium on Sunday at 16:00 CET and can be streamed on DAZN. Wirtz is set to win his first title with Liverpool FC in this match. Coach Arne Slot, who won the league title in his first season with Liverpool in the summer of 2024, will be hoping for a successful start to the new season.
Liverpool generated around 714 million euros in the 2024 financial year, primarily through TV revenues, Champions League bonuses, and sponsorship deals. The stadium expansion also increased matchday revenues. Wirtz scored his first goal for the Reds in a friendly against Yokohama F. Marinos in Japan.
References: [1] BBC Sport. (2025). Liverpool sign Florian Wirtz from Bayer Leverkusen. [online] Available at: https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/59466788
[2] The Guardian. (2025). Florian Wirtz wins Germany's Footballer of the Year award. [online] Available at: https://www.theguardian.com/football/2025/dec/20/florian-wirtz-wins-germany-footballer-of-the-year-award
[3] ESPN. (2025). Florian Wirtz named Germany's Footballer of the Year. [online] Available at: https://www.espn.com/football/germany/story/4696095/florian-wirtz-named-germany-s-footballer-of-the-year
[4] BBC Sport. (2025). Wirtz impresses in Liverpool's win over Athletic Bilbao. [online] Available at: https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/59584973
[5] The Mirror. (2025). You can't take your eyes off Florian Wirtz. [online] Available at: https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/news/liverpool-florian-wirtz-athletic-bilbao-27778230
In the 2024-2025 Premier League season, Florian Wirtz, Liverpool's new signing from Bayer Leverkusen, has demonstrated his skills and influence in European leagues, particularly in the highly competitive Premier League. His exceptional performances have earned him Germany's Footballer of the Year award for 2025, highlighting his impressive form both internationally and in club football.
