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Karl-Heinz Rummenigge is surprised by Florian Wirtz's rocky start at Liverpool, noting that the move was motivated by Arne Slot's promise to play him as a playmaker.
Former Bayern Munich CEO Karl-Heinz Rummenigge has expressed his astonishment at the challenges Florian Wirtz is encountering at Liverpool.
The young German midfielder made the switch to Anfield from Bayer Leverkusen last summer. Rummenigge highlighted that a pivotal factor in Wirtz's decision to join the Reds was the promise from manager Arne Slot to utilise him in a playmaker role.
Am I surprised that Florian Wirtz is struggling at Liverpool? Yes. It seemed to us that he chose Liverpool because Slot promised him the 'number ten' position,
— Rummenigge is quoted by Sport Bild.
This was a critical factor in his decision to join Liverpool. Financially, there weren't any significant differences. He made his choice, and we accepted it,
Rummenigge added.
