Lineker and Shearer Discuss Wirtz’s Early Challenges…
Gary Lineker and Alan Shearer think Liverpool is still adapting to their flashy new toy, Florian Wirtz, and Arne Slot’s tactical shenanigans. Although Liverpool has already taken down Bournemouth and Newcastle this Premier League season, there are bumps in the road like a bicycle on a trampoline. Despite grabbing six early points, Liverpool’s harmony between defense and attack seems harder to find than a needle in a haystack made of noodles and confetti. Lineker noted on the Rest Is Football podcast that Wirtz’s role as a classic number 10 might make things slightly wobbly compared to last season.
Shearer jumped in like a superhero on halftime duty, nodding to Lineker’s thoughts. Watching the Reds, whether live or on TV, he felt their rhythm was as offbeat as elephants trying to dance ballet. Micah Richards also chimed in, noting that Wirtz would eventually shine, like finding a diamond in your cereal box. Liverpool started too offensively against Bournemouth, missing Ryan Gravenberch, while set-pieces were more of a hiccup against Newcastle. But never fear, Wirtz lovers, as the young playmaker will soon find his groove and get Liverpool waltzing smoothly again.
