Former Manchester City forward Sergio Aguero has spoken about Florian Wirtz (Image: Getty Images)

Sergio Aguero has backed Florian Wirtz to turn his Liverpool career around and become "vital" for the Reds. Wirtz, 22, has endured a difficult start to life at Anfield since his £116million move from Bayer Leverkusen in June.

Indeed, the German international has failed to score in 16 appearances for Arne Slot's side. Although Wirtz has registered three assists - two in the Champions League and one in the FA Cup - he hasn't done enough on a regular basis to warrant a regular spot in the starting XI, with Slot often rotating him and Cody Gakpo.

However, ex-Manchester City hitman Aguero has defended Wirtz and believes it's only a matter of time before he catches fire and becomes an imp

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