Liverpool midfielder Wataru Endo has emerged on the transfer shortlist of Bundesliga side Eintracht Frankfurt, potentially posing a challenge to Arne Slot’s squad depth.
Endo is not a regular starter in Liverpool’s strongest lineup – the Japan international has yet to start a Premier League game this season and has only featured once in the Champions League.
However, he is frequently called upon from the bench to help solidify the midfield during tight contest
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According to BILD, Frankfurt’s summer recruitment plans have led them to Endo, an experienced player with a proven track record in the Bundesliga, having spent four seasons with Stuttgart.
Wataru Endo has two years remaining on his contract at Liverpool. At this stage in his career, the 32-year-old faces a decision – remain a backup player at Anfield or seek a move where he could secure more regular playing time.
Frankfurt could offer him a significant opportunity, potentially including Champions League football next season.
They recently ended a three-game losing streak and are maintaining a three-point cushion above fifth-place RB Leipzig in the top four.
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As one of the favourites remaining in the Europa League, having won the competition in 2022, Frankfurt’s chances of securing Champions League qualification are looking strong.
Should Endo move on, he would leave Liverpool having won the Carabao Cup and, almost certainly, this season’s Premier League title.
However, his departure would leave Liverpool needing to find a replacement in midfield – a potentially tricky task given the competition for places. Alexis Mac Allister, Ryan Gravenberch, Curtis Jones, and Dominik Szoboszlai currently occupy the top spots in the central midfield pecking order.
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