Tensions boiled over at Anfield after Liverpool’s shocking 2–1 defeat to Manchester United, and it was club legend Steven Gerrard who couldn’t hold back his frustration. Speaking after the match, Gerrard gave a brutally honest interview that left fans and pundits stunned.

> “You don’t need to ask who’s responsible for tonight’s loss,” Gerrard said sharply. “Anyone watching can see it. Some players look like they’ve already had enough of Liverpool.”

According to multiple post-match reports, Gerrard’s remarks were directed squarely at Florian Wirtz, Liverpool’s £100 million German signing whose performance was described as “invisible” and “heartless.”

The result marked Liverpool’s fourth defeat in six Premier League matches, leaving Arne Slot’s side struggling in fourth place — nine points behind Manchester City. What began as a promising night with Mohamed Salah’s early strike quickly turned sour. United fought back through Bryan Mbeumo’s controversial equalizer before Bruno Fernandes and Kobbie Mainoo completed the comeback, silencing Anfield.

Gerrard, visibly angry during the Sky Sports post-match show, didn’t mince words about Wirtz:

> “He looked lost out there. No energy, no fight, no pride,” he fumed. “If you can’t show what wearing that badge means, then you sit on the bench until you do.”

The German playmaker — hailed as the “next De Bruyne” when he arrived from Bayer Leverkusen — has failed to live up to expectations. So far, Wirtz has managed just one assist in ten league appearances, and his work rate under Slot’s high-pressing system has raised serious concerns.

Stats from Opta highlight his struggles: zero goals, 29 touches, 11 times dispossessed, and no key passes before being subbed off at halftime.

Rumors have also surfaced suggesting that Wirtz is unhappy under Arne Slot’s management. Reports in Germany claim the midfielder is frustrated with the club’s tactical rigidity and could seek a move back to the Bundesliga if his situation doesn’t improve.

Meanwhile, social media has erupted — with #WirtzOut and #SlotOut both trending as fans vented their anger following another disappointing night.

Former Red Ryan Babel also weighed in, saying:

> “Wirtz doesn’t look like he wants to be there. Liverpool needs fighters, not passengers.”

Slot, however, defended his player during his post-match conference:

> “Florian’s still adapting. We win together, and we lose together. This defeat isn’t about one man.”

Still, Gerrard’s warning was loud and clear. The former captain urged Slot to take bold action, just as he once did at Rangers when faced with similar dressing room issues.

> “Sometimes a strong message is what the team needs,” Gerrard added. “Liverpool’s badge demands commitment — and right now, that’s missing.”

With crucial fixtures against AC Milan and Arsenal on the horizon, all eyes are on Arne Slot’s next move. Will he stand by Wirtz or make a statement before the Anfield crowd turns completely?

One thing’s certain — Gerrard’s words have shaken the walls of Anfield.

> “You saw it,” he repeated. “Time’s up for excuses.”