Florian Wirtz has struggled to make an immediate impact at Liverpool, yet former Germany international Benedikt Howedes believes the 22-year-old is “too good to fail.” Speaking to reporters, Howedes highlighted the challenges Wirtz faces adjusting to a new club, country, and league.
“Florian was outstanding at Leverkusen,” Howedes said. “Now he has to rebuild his role in Liverpool, but he has the quality and mentality to succeed.” He expects Wirtz to hit his stride in the second half of the season and be ready for next summer’s World Cup.
While Wirtz is still without a goal or assist in the Premier League, statistics show his influence is significant. He ranks among the top creators in open play, high-intensity runners, and possessions won in the final third. Much of his impact comes in subtle ways, like off-the-ball movement and quick interactions that are not always captured in headline stats.
Fifteen games into his Liverpool career, Wirtz may not yet have hit peak numbers, but his quality and potential remain clear — supporting Howedes’ assertion that he is “too good to fail.”
