The Merseyside Derby always brings drama, but just hours before kick-off, one Liverpool legend has ignited fierce debate with a stark warning for manager Arne Slot.
The controversy centers around two marquee names: Florian Wirtz and Federico Chiesa. Speaking live from Anfield, the former Reds star didn’t mince words:
“Listen and listen well—Wirtz shouldn’t be allowed to start today, not against a stubborn team like Everton. We won’t be lucky this time. That’s why we need serious players today. He should start Chiesa instead—he has the potential to penetrate Everton’s defense and bang us goals. But no, because Arne Slot doesn’t believe in him.”
The comments sent shockwaves through the Liverpool fanbase, sparking immediate reactions online. Many supporters sided with the legend’s stance, arguing that Chiesa’s directness, pace, and big-game mentality make him tailor-made for the intensity of a derby.
Social media erupted with heated takes:
- “Start Chiesa and we’ll bury Everton. Start Wirtz and we’re finished.”
- “He’s said what every fan is thinking. Slot must not mess this up.”
- “Wirtz is good, but Chiesa is built for this kind of fight. Play him!”
With emotions high and the stakes even higher, Slot’s decision will be scrutinized like never before. If he chooses Wirtz and the result goes wrong, fans may see the warning as prophecy fulfilled. But if Chiesa starts and delivers, Slot could be hailed as a tactical genius overnight.
In a derby where one decision can swing the balance, benching Wirtz for Chiesa might just be the key to Liverpool’s victory.
