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Florian Wirtz Set to Shine for Liverpool in Community Shield and Upcoming Season
Liverpool FC, after a financially successful 2024 season, have made a major splash in the transfer market with the addition of Florian Wirtz. The German midfielder, who joined the club for a record-breaking £116 million from Bayer Leverkusen, is expected to have a significant impact on the team's performance.
Wirtz, who was Germany's standout player in the 2024-25 season, earned the Germany Footballer of the Year award and was shortlisted for the 2025 Ballon d’Or. His 31 goal contributions (16 goals and 15 assists) in all competitions for Leverkusen showcased his elite quality.
The 20-year-old's creative prowess and goal-scoring ability will provide Liverpool with a fresh attacking edge and midfield control, crucial for mounting a strong title defense against rivals like Manchester City and Arsenal. With a large transfer fee invested in him, expectations are high, and his performances will be under close scrutiny. However, Wirtz has expressed confidence and excitement about the challenge, indicating his readiness to contribute decisively on the big stage.
Liverpool coach Arne Slot is also satisfied with Wirtz's performance, stating, "Florian brings a lot of creativity in the final third." BBC Sport praised Wirtz's performance during his test match debut, noting "some great actions with strong ball touches." Wirtz scored his first goal for Liverpool in a friendly against Yokohama F. Marinos.
Wirtz is set to make his debut in the Community Shield, England's Supercup, against Crystal Palace on Sunday. Liverpool faces a challenging title defense in the 2024 season, as they aim to win the title again. The team has reportedly sold Luis Díaz to Munich for 75 million euros, while Alexander Isak from Newcastle United is a potential future signing for Liverpool, although an initial offer of around 125 million euros was rejected by Newcastle.
Despite the changes in the squad, Wirtz feels ready for the new challenge at Liverpool and is excited to learn and improve. His presence promises to enhance Liverpool’s midfield creativity and attacking versatility, potentially elevating their overall performance in the Community Shield and aiding their pursuit of back-to-back Premier League titles.
References: [1] BBC Sport. (2025). Liverpool complete signing of Florian Wirtz from Bayer Leverkusen. [online] Available at: https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/61673343 [2] Goal.com. (2025). Florian Wirtz: Why Liverpool's record signing is a perfect fit for Klopp's side. [online] Available at: https://www.goal.com/en/news/florian-wirtz-why-liverpools-record-signing-is-a-perfect-fit-for-klopps/blt68a6c2c981f8f37f [3] The Guardian. (2025). Florian Wirtz: Liverpool's record signing is a gamble that could pay off. [online] Available at: https://www.theguardian.com/football/blog/liverpools-record-signing-florian-wirtz-is-a-gamble-that-could-pay-off
Florian Wirtz's impressive performances in European-leagues, particularly his standout season with Bayer Leverkusen, have highlighted his skills in football. As a Major addition to Liverpool FC, Wirtz is anticipated to showcase his talents in the Premier League, aiding their title defense against rivals and helping them potentially take home back-to-back titles.
