Steven Gerrard in Jamie Carragher disagreement as Liverpool icon makes Florian Wirtz plea

Liverpool legend Steven Gerrard has urged patience regarding Florian Wirtz, disagreeing with Jamie Carragher's harsher assessment following Liverpool's 3-0 defeat to Manchester City. While Carragher demanded far more impact from the £116 million playmaker after 60 appearances, Gerrard argued that the 23-year-old simply lacks confidence and requires backing from manager Arne Slot, his coaches, and senior teammates.

Speaking on The Overlap, Gerrard insisted Wirtz's best position is as a central number 10 rather than out wide. He suggested taking Wirtz out of the firing line for a few games on the bench could help him reset, while noting Liverpool's attacking injuries have also limited the German's effectiveness.