German midfielder Florian Wirtz has hailed the transformative impact of working under Jurgen Klopp. He recently had his say while speaking to the press, and fans have been reacting.
Crediting a series of private conversations with the Liverpool legend for his latest masterclass against Serbia, Wirtz admitted that Klopp’s man-management has played a crucial role in restoring his confidence.
Amid scrutiny at club level, Wirtz concluded by thanking the former Reds manager for his guidance during the international break.
His words, “Yes, of course [we have spoken], and he wants me to play the kind of football people are used to seeing from me.
We had a few conversations, and he gave me a few things to take on board and try to implement. I’m glad he spoke with me. It is definitely heading in the right direction.
What do I need to be at my best? Ideally, a lot of space in every game so I can do what I want!
It was a very good pass from Maxi [Mittelstadt]. I was hoping he would play it because it wasn’t easy, and then I saw someone coming behind me and did what I did.
I wouldn’t say [my performance was] because of the armband. But of course, the opponent gave us more space because they were a bit more disorganised.
That created more spaces that we utilised well. I think the combination play from the back line all the way to the striker was very good.
It was of course important to win again, also for the team spirit, and to send a message to the outside world that we are good footballers and a good footballing nation.”
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