Florian Wirtz finally got the assists fans and critics have been waiting for against Eintracht Frankfurt.

The German shone against his old Bundesliga rivals when he provided two assists for Liverpool in their 5-1 victory against Frankfurt, with the team looking better with him in it.

Since joining the Reds, the 22-year-old has been criticised for his debut displays in a red shirt, and without a goal contribution to his name, there were questions over whether Wirtz was worth the £116 million price tag.

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It is always difficult coming to a new country and club to play what is a very different type of tempo and physicality to what you are used to, which it seems the player has struggled with this season.

However, recently his performances have picked up, especially in the Champions League, where he has seemingly flourished for Arne Slot.

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There has been a noticeable difference in how Wirtz carries himself in these games, and the space he creates and finds consistently creates opportunities for the team.

During the opening three matches of the competition this season, the player has racked up 11 chances created in the Champions League,...