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Liverpool have just received major Florian Wirtz boost – without doing a single thing

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Another aspect of Liverpool getting their money's worth for Wirtz will be the management of Jurgen Klopp.The former Liverpool manager was appointed as the new Germany national team boss earlier this month after the four-time world champions were knocked out in the World Cup round of 32 by Paraguay.Even before his appointment, Klopp outlined what must be done to get the best out of Wirtz. Continually feeding him the ball will not only raise his confidence but boost his team's chances of success.



If I were (Nico) Schlotterbeck, I’d just give him the ball five times for no particular reason and see what he does."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. I thought he was really, really good, especially in how tactically disciplined he was."Iraola would do well to take heed of Klopp's comments with Wirtz expected to play a huge role in the revitalisation of German football under the 59-year-old's stewardship.

Wirtz being given freedom on the pitch - which is where he shines the most - could apply to his club football - especially in Iraola's expressive philosophy.Get Liverpool's new 2026/27 home kitThis article contains affiliate links, we will receive a commission on any sales we generate from it. It was an action Klopp picked up on during the World Cup as Iraola must maximise Wirtz's ability on the ball and his IQ when it comes to creating space for others.Klopp explained: "He can’t keep dropping back to his own penalty area, pick up the ball and do everything himself.