In an interview with The Echo, Liverpool Chairman Tom Werner talked about Werz's deal.
Talking about this summer transfer window
"Every transfer window is very lively, right? There were a lot of rumors last year, but Slot felt that the best option was to work with the existing squad, and now he thinks that bringing in some new players is the right decision. If Wiltz really has as good as the media and analysts say, then it would be the right decision! It's very exciting, and I hope in a year we can say it's the right decision."
Leverkusen initially asked for £127 million for Wiltz and finally sold for £116 million. Is it too risky to invest such a huge amount of money for a young player?
"We (Fenway) will not interfere in this decision. We fully believe that Richard Hughes and Slot will be very cautious and if they support or recommend a deal, we will support it with all our support. During the negotiations, we think we have made a generous offer. If Leverkusen asks for an additional 20% price increase, we may not be able to reach an agreement."
"We don't take anything for granted. Wiltz performed well in the Bundesliga last season, but the Premier League was a brand new challenge and opportunity for him. Van Dijk and Alison's addition The league is crucial to the success we have now, and as experienced decision makers we have to make decisions and trust those who make decisions. Although the decisions are not always right, because we still have a lot of competitors. "
" It seems to me that defending the title in any sports is very difficult. One of the dangerous points is to keep the original roster intact. I think it is very important to introduce new players to change the chemistry that exists within the team. So I think Slot's strategy is right, and hopefully in a year we can say that he did it right."