Florian Wirtz has insisted he’s “very happy” at Liverpool despite the club enduring a “difficult” period littered with disappointing results.
The Reds suffered another setback on Wednesday night as they were held to a 1–1 draw by high-flying Sunderland at Anfield and Arne Slot’s men were arguably fortunate to come away with anything following another underwhelming display.
After the improved weekend victory at West Ham United, Liverpool regressed against the Black Cats, struggling to create clear-cut opportunities and once again looking vulnerable at the back.
Chemsdine Talbi’s 67th-minute strike saw Liverpool staring at a third successive home defeat, but Wirtz proved their saviour eight minutes from time. The German’s deflected strike provided an invaluable equaliser, although what appeared a first goal for his new employers actually turned out to be a Nordi Mukiele own goal.
Wirtz, who impressed against Sunderland after an encouraging weekend display, was made aware of his misfortune after the whistle during a post-match interview.
“It doesn’t matter for me. We draw. We wanted to win. That’s what counts today. Unlucky,” responded the attacking to midfielder to the news.
