Liverpool could now have free rein to go back in for a player with whom they were linked ahead of last summer’s transfer window. According to French outlet
Wataru Endo’s departure from the pitch may have been a leading factor behind Liverpool’s sudden decline against Aston Villa. The Japanese international was substituted on the 76th minute with Dominik Szoboszlai taking his place in midfield.
Didi Hamann has claimed that Liverpool were blessed to miss out on one of their main transfer targets last summer, as they swiftly went and signed a ‘class act’ instead.
Liverpool will very likely be in the market for a centre-back during the summer transfer window, and according to a reliable journalist, rumours regarding one potential option carry ‘substance’.
Wataru Endo’s face in the immediate aftermath of Harvey Elliott’s wonder goal against Tottenham on Sunday says it all about what a special strike it was.
Liverpool are on the cusp of welcoming several key players back from injury, although one potential concern has arisen ahead of the Europa League quarter-final first leg against Atalanta.
James Pearce has shared some welcome news on the injury front for Liverpool ahead of the showdown against Manchester United on Sunday. The Reds overcame Sheffield United on Thursday night without Wataru Endo, who picked up a knock in last weekend’s win over Brighton and duly missed the subsequent fixture at Anfield.
Premier League leaders Liverpool expect to have a key midfielder fit in the coming days. The Reds are hopeful that Wataru Endo will be available for Sunday's trip to Manchester United.
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has heaped praise on summer arrival Wataru Endo. The Japanese international was a surprise signing amid the club's midfield overhaul.
Former Liverpool striker Neil Mellor says the role of Wataru Endo in the team's midfield cannot be underestimated. Mellor highlighted the Japan international when reviewing the Reds' win against Brighton on the weekend.
Liverpool’s main objective last summer was to build a new midfield and we watched all three new players shine against Brighton, leading to a beautiful moment.
Wataru Endo is returning to Liverpool earlier than expected during the international break, but thankfully it isn’t anything injury-related. The 31-year-old
Midfield was the primary focus of Liverpool’s summer 2023 transfer window, with five outgoings and four incoming in that position during the market. Among those who came to Anfield was Wataru Endo, a £16m acquisition from Stuttgart.
Liverpool fans had plenty more than just the six goals to enjoy as they cruised past Sparta Prague 6-1 to reach the Europa League quarter-finals. Wataru Endo wasn’t among the five Reds to get on the scoresheet but he treated Anfield to a box-office moment during the first half tonight.
Hungary midfielder Dominik Szoboszlai has hailed his Liverpool team-mate Wataru Endo this week. Szoboszlai and Endo both came into the club in the summer as part of the team's midfield revamp.
There’s no shortage of Liverpool players past and present who’ve had some brilliantly catchy songs in their name, and Wataru Endo can now be added to that list.
Lucas Leiva singled out one Liverpool player for praise following the 1-1 draw against Manchester City on Sunday. There were several standout performers on show from both sides in a pulsating clash which showed why these two teams are vying for the Premier League title, and the official Player of the Match award from LFC went to Wataru Endo.
Wataru Endo was immense once again for Liverpool yesterday, and at one point in the second half he left the usually world-class Kevin De Bruyne looking decidedly ordinary.
Liverpool midfielder Wataru Endo is eager to see action today against Manchester City. The Reds host City as Premier League leaders. Endo told the club's website: "I think it's going to be a crazy, crazy atmosphere.
Wataru Endo says he's happy to go with the flow at Liverpool. The Japan midfielder is ready to play when called upon, insisting he doesn't put pressure on himself in terms of minutes achieved.
Commentators have been harping on (and rightly so!) about Liverpool’s young stars in recent weeks, so it’s time to give the experienced a shout-out. Wataru Endo, eh?
Iraq beat Japan for the first time in 42 years to seal a place in the round of 16 at the AFC Asian Cup. Aymen Hussein scored two headed goals to fire Iraq into a 2-0 lead before half-time on Friday.
At first glance, Bournemouth vs. Liverpool looks like an odd choice for the Premier League Game of the Week. Nothing about it looks like a fair fight. But . . .
Liverpool completed a deal with Stuttgart for Wataru Endo last week and according to Liverpool journalist James Pearce, that is the last defensive midfield
Though it was a deal that was completely unexpected a few days ago, the signing of Wataru Endo could end up being a master stroke for Liverpool. The 30-year-old defensive midfielder, who also operates as a centre-back when required, comes very highly rated having been a stalwart of his Stuttgart side as well as for the Japanese national team.
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