Premier League news: Iraola values Wirtz’s work ethic; Moyes backs ‘senior citizen’ Grealish
Liverpool manager insists midfielder should be judged by his influence rather than numbers
TL;DR
- Andoni Iraola believes Florian Wirtz's impact on Liverpool should be assessed by his influence, not just statistics, noting his good performances despite criticism.
- Iraola suggests Wirtz's rapport with new wingers Bradley and Victor will improve, making him a key player for the team.
- David Moyes wants Jack Grealish to act as a role model for younger Everton wingers Tyrique George and Tyler Dibling.
- Moyes believes Grealish, recently returned on loan, can fill the creative void left by Iliman Ndiaye's departure.
- Xabi Alonso rates Chelsea striker João Pedro as being at Erling Haaland's level and sees similarities to Karim Benzema.
- Alonso highlighted Pedro's complete game, including his ability in and out of the box, and intelligence, despite being young.
- Roberto De Zerbi does not regret the handling of Richarlison's situation at Tottenham, stating it was a consequence of the player's actions.
- De Zerbi mentioned that Mykhailo Mudryk sustained an ankle ligament injury that will sideline him for about six weeks.
- De Zerbi believes Omar Marmoush can score more goals than he has in recent seasons and needs to demand more from himself.
- Lucas Bergvall signed a new long-term contract with the club after being convinced to stay by De Zerbi.