Jurgen Klopp explains exactly how to get the best out of Florian Wirtz

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Florian Wirtz failed to answer his critics with his performance for Germany against Ivory Coast, with Jurgen Klopp passing on some advice that Liverpool should also listen toJurgen Klopp has given his thoughts on Florian Wirtz's performances at the World Cup(Image: Getty Images)Jurgen Klopp has given his thoughts on how to get the best out of Florian Wirtz in a message that will no doubt catch the attention of Liverpool fans.Wirtz started again as Germany booked its place in the knockout stages of the World Cup, although it was made to work hard for its 2-1 victory against Ivory Coast, with Denis Undav scoring in stoppage time to complete the comeback.Although he played the full 90 minutes, Wirtz’s performance will have done little to silence some of his doubters after what has been a tricky first year at Liverpool following his record-breaking move from Bayer Leverkusen.Former Liverpool boss Klopp was on hand to watch Wirtz’s latest performance, and speaking on Magenta Sports, he gave his thoughts on how Germany can make sure it gets the best out of him at the tournament.“The important thing is that we involve him in the game. There were moments against Curacao when I thought, just give him the ball,” Klopp said.“Not even because he was the best passing option, but because, as a teammate, I want Flo Wirtz to feel good.“If I were (Nico) Schlotterbeck, I’d just give him the ball five times for no particular reason and see what he does.Florian Wirtz has had a tricky year since joining Liverpool(Image: Molly Darlington/Getty Images)“If you really want Flo Wirtz to get into a rhythm, if you want the place to really be buzzing, then give him the ball, because that’s when the lad feels completely at home.”Liverpool fans will be feeling the same advice could be imparted on his teammates at Anfield, with Wirtz having struggled to make a real impact at times during his first year on Merseyside.WIth Andoni Iraola taking over from Arne Slot as head coach, the Reds will be hoping Wirtz’s fortunes can be transformed next season, perhaps with Klopp’s words ringing in the Spaniard’s ears.“I was incredibly grateful to him.

I thought he was really, really good, especially in how tactically disciplined he was,” Klopp said of Wirtz’s display in Germany’s opening win over Curacao.Get Liverpool's new 2026/27 home kitThis article contains affiliate links, we will receive a commission on any sales we generate from it. And that’s on us.“He can’t keep dropping back to his own penalty area, pick up the ball and do everything himself.“We have to find situations where we can use him in those positions, because his positioning creates so much space for Nmecha, for Adeyemi, for everyone making runs into those areas.“‘Sacrificing himself’ is completely the wrong word, but he puts himself at the service of the team.

I really liked that. That’s why I thought it was a really good game.”