Florian Wirtz breaks 'Havertz trend,' excelling at Liverpool

The transfer of Florian Wirtz to Liverpool has drawn comparisons to Kai Havertz's move to Chelsea in 2020. Havertz was a highly sought-after talent in Germany, with interest from top clubs across Europe. Chelsea secured his transfer for a record-breaking £71 million.

Similarly, Wirtz's move from the Bundesliga to the Premier League saw interest from clubs like Manchester City. However, Wirtz chose Liverpool, where former coach Xabi Alonso recognized his potential. The £116 million transfer could set new records for both Bundesliga sales and Premier League spending on a player.

While both transfers share similarities, Liverpool hopes Wirtz's performance will surpass Havertz's struggles at Chelsea. Wirtz, known for his dynamic dribbling, faces a different challenge at Liverpool, a team coming off a title win.

German players like Timo Werner and Leroy Sane have faced difficulties in the Premier League, while others like Jurgen Klinsmann and Ilkay Gundogan have excelled. Wirtz's supporters believe he has the qualities to succeed at Liverpool, citing his experience and winning mentality.

Liverpool sees Wirtz as a valuable addition with potential for growth. The club aims for Wirtz to have a positive impact, similar to successful signings like Alisson and Virgil van Dijk. Wirtz's experience in top-level competitions adds to Liverpool's optimism for his future.

Despite challenges faced by previous German imports in the Premier League, Wirtz's supporters believe he has the qualities to thrive at Liverpool. With his winning mentality and experience, Wirtz is seen as a promising addition to the team.