Florian Wirtz, the young talent signed by FC Liverpool for a staggering £125 million, finally marked his presence on the pitch by achieving his first assist in the English Premier League on December 20, 2025. This moment was a significant milestone following a prolonged period of struggle where he had gone 15 matches without any assists, despite contributing to four goals in the UEFA Champions League and Supercup.
However, Wirtz’s inconsistent performance has sparked intense speculation among football experts about his future at Liverpool. Former Liverpool player Dietmar Hamann has openly criticized the 22-year-old’s impact, questioning how long the club will wait for him to make a significant contribution. Reflecting on the current situation, Hamann suggested that Wirtz might be facing an ultimatum to prove himself in the coming weeks.
Hamann has also thrown around the idea of a potential transfer scenario, hinting at a possible reunion between Wirtz and his former Bayer Leverkusen coach, Xabi Alonso, at Real Madrid. Although this notion seems unlikely given Wirtz’s careful decision-making during last summer’s transfer, it highlights the pressure on the young player to adapt quickly to Liverpool’s demands.
With Liverpool supporters eager for Wirtz to fulfill his potential, the coming weeks will be pivotal for both the player and the club. There is a sense of hope that Wirtz can turn his performance around, proving his worth on the pitch and silencing the critics.