Liverpool vs Manchester United is a game on the football calendar that fans always look forward to.

The Reds are currently in a poor run of form heading into this clash with United, losing their last three games in a row before the international break began.

While it may be a troubling time for Arne Slot, it is not as bad as the situation Ruben Amorim finds himself in, being in charge of the Red Devils following his 15th-place finish last season and lack of consistent form.

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These factors have made predictions difficult and especially choosing players who are likely to step up for their teams to deliver a result, but Paul Merson thinks he knows Liverpool’s key man.

The former Arsenal midfielder has been critical of the recent form of the club and some of their players; however, the Englishman has surprisingly highlighted Florian Wirtz as the player to be the focal point in a potential victory for the home side.

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Wirtz was bought from Bayer Leverkusen for £116 million in the summer after being touted as one of the best talents in world football, even though he has yet to produce...