The Merseyside Derby is always fierce, but just hours before kick-off, one Liverpool legend has delivered a chilling warning to Arne Slot about his selection choices. The debate is centered around two big names: Florian Wirtz and Federico Chiesa.
Speaking live from Anfield, the former Reds star was crystal clear in his assessment:
“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 remarks have already sent shockwaves across Liverpool’s fanbase. Many supporters believe Chiesa’s direct style, pace, and experience in big games make him the perfect weapon for a derby battle, while Wirtz, despite his talent, could slow the tempo against Everton’s rugged defense.
Social media erupted almost instantly:
“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 team selection will be under the microscope like never before. If he chooses Wirtz and the game goes wrong, fans may feel the legend’s prophecy has come true. But if Chiesa is unleashed and delivers, it could turn Slot into a tactical genius overnight.
One wrong lineup decision could define today’s derby—benching Wirtz for Chiesa might be the key to Liverpool’s victory