Neville expressed his opinion on the It's Called Soccer podcast, discussing what it takes for a team to retain a title and win it again the following season. He thinks that signing world-class players, such as Wirtz, is key to improving a team's chances of winning the league.

Neville praised Slot's approach to signing Wirtz, saying that it's a great move. He also mentioned that Slot has been patient, waiting 12 months to find the right player to sign. The only player Slot signed during his first season was Federico Chiesa, who played a limited number of minutes for the team. Now, with the funds available, Slot has the opportunity to sign Wirtz, who he believes will fit perfectly into his tactical setup.