Florian Wirtz reveals what Jurgen Klopp has told him to do before he returns to Liverpool soon
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He is working under Jurgen Klopp with Germany, though… 👀 Kevin Schade Klopp tells Wirtz to get back to being himselfOn paper, having Klopp looking after Wirtz during the international breaks really should help Liverpool. He and Andoni Iraola play similar styles of football, and if the former boss can get his confidence back up, that can only benefit the Reds as well.The German media were certainly high on Wirtz after Thursday’s match, and he spoke to the press to explain why he felt he was able to deliver a better performance.“Naturally the opponent gave us more space because they were a bit more disorganised, and perhaps they were looking for one or two more counter-attacks and then more space opens up and we used it well,” Wirtz said.
“I think the interaction all the way from the back all the way to the striker was just very good because everyone wanted the ball and that’s why every individual was able to show what they can do today.”READ MORE: Cody Gakpo’s injury could have a big impact on Florian Wirtz back at LiverpoolAsked whether Klopp had done anything special to get him back in the mood, Wirtz shared that the 59-year-old had asked him to play like himself again, but kept some further advice close to his chest.“Of course, he wants me to play the kind of football again that people are used to from me, and we definitely had one or two conversations,” he said. “He gave me a few things that I definitely will take with me and try to implement.”On what he needs to play like this week in, week out, Wirtz gave a tongue in cheek answer: “Ideally lots of space in every game so I can do what I want!”Klopp delighted by Wirtz performanceKlopp has spoken at length about Wirtz during his early weeks as national team manager, and naturally he was asked to give his verdict on what was a much better display from him against Serbia.“Every good or very good game is important for a player and it’s important to us as well,” he said during his post-match press conference.
“He played a great game, just like everyone else and that obviously helps everyone.”Klopp was unhappy with the suggestion that Wirtz only thrived when given the platform to play by Bayern midfield duo Tom Bischof and Aleksandr Pavlovic, however, and insisted that the Liverpool star can play with anyone.“It’s such a lovely evening, and we’re doing it without even mentioning it, do you want to bring up a topic which isn’t really a topic?” he bristled. “Flo Wirtz doesn’t need specific players to play with him, he needs to play in a way that suits him.