Gerrard, now more confident, hopes Wirtz will continue his outstanding performance.

Liverpool legend Steven Gerrard recently stated on a program that German midfielder Wirtz, who plays for Liverpool, has become more confident, but he also hopes that the young player can continue to perform exceptionally well.

The 23-year-old German midfielder Wirtz joined Liverpool in June 2025. However, Wirtz failed to perform well and consistently in the Premier League for a long time in the 2025/26 season. Nevertheless, he still contributed 5 goals and 3 assists for the "Reds" in the Premier League that season, and one goal and 3 assists in the Champions League.

Wirtz's overall performance in the 2026/27 season also faced some criticism. However, in a key match of the 10th round of the Premier League, Wirtz, along with McAllister and Isak, scored to help Andoni Iraola's team defeat Crystal Palace 3-1. In addition, Wirtz contributed a goal and an assist in this season's Champions League.

Reflecting on the performance against Crystal Palace, Liverpool legend Steven Gerrard said, "I think Wirtz is playing with more confidence now and has more confidence in his abilities. Whether it's assists or contributions in the attacking position, he's doing more than before, and he's playing more freely on the pitch than ever before."

"Liverpool's victory was mainly due to the goals and contributions of their attacking players. However, without the goalkeeper's outstanding performance, I think the team might have encountered more difficulties. Alisson played exceptionally well and rediscovered his best form. Of course, all the attacking players deserve praise and recognition. Because if Liverpool hadn't won this game, the blame would definitely have been directed at the forwards."

Gerrard pointed out, "If Barkola doesn't perform, Wirtz can't play to his usual standard, and Isak also performs poorly, then naturally there will be a lot of criticism. After all, they are all high-priced players, and if they don't perform well, the outside world will quickly seize on that to criticize them."

"But these players responded with their performances. Barkola provided a brilliant assist for Wirtz, Isak scored again, and it was very gratifying to see Wirtz score his first Premier League goal of the season."

In addition, Gerrard said, "Now we need him to contribute more. I hope he can stay healthy and return to the club with more confidence and belief after finishing his duties with the German national team, and continue to score goals and improve his statistics."

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