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JANUARY 2 • FOX SPORTS

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Not training yet Endo (ankle) will miss another match and has yet to train, according to manager Arne Slot. "I expect Joe to train with us [on Friday] and Wata not yet."

Impact Endo is still suffering from his ankle injury and is on the sidelines for another match, not able to resume training in the few days between games. He has still only appeared five times all season, and will now miss a fifth straight game.

JANUARY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers ankle injury Endo suffered an ankle injury and is ruled out for several weeks, coach Arne Slot said in the press conference, according to the Liverpool Echo. "Endo? Going to be weeks. Wata is a...

Impact Endo missed the last game against Inter in the Champions League due to an ankle injury that will sideline him for several weeks. That said, the midfielder logged in only 11 minutes since late August, therefore his absence will have no impact on the starting squad.

DECEMBER 12, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Back on bench Endo (undisclosed) is back on the bench for Wednesday's trip to Frankfurt.

Impact Endo is on the bench for Wednesday's trip after missing a match with Manchester United due to an injury picked up on international duty. The midfielder has been a consistent presence off the bench, filling in holding midfield or the backline, but he's not likely to push for significant minutes unless Liverpool need to close out a match.

OCTOBER 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Missing against United Endo (undisclosed) is out for Sunday's match against Manchester United.

Impact Endo is not in the call for Sunday's match after an undisclosed injury would leave him out during the international break, not fit enough to face United in their return to play. He will now look ahead to their midweek match in UCL play for a return, although the timeline for his return is still up in the air.

OCTOBER 19, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Withdraws from Japan squad Endo (undisclosed) was selected by Japan to participate in Kirin Challenge Cup matches against Paraguay and Brazil but ultimately won't be involved due to injury, the club announce...

Impact Endo is dealing with an apparent injury and ultimately won't join the Japan squad for international duty. The midfielder will likely be assessed in the coming days in Liverpool to determine the extent of the issue, although he will have two weeks to recover before the clash against Manchester United after the break. Endo has been only a bench option for the Reds this season, so a potential absence won't impact the starting XI.

OCTOBER 6, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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Assist from bench appearance Endo assisted once to go with zero corners and one chance created in Friday's 4-2 victory over AFC Bournemouth.

Impact Endo entered the match after 60 minutes Friday, his midfield presence delivered important defensive stability at a point in the game where Bournemouth were mounting on pressure. He did not manage to place any shots on target but produced the assist for the Reds fourth goal, completed by Mohamed Salah. It is likely the Japanese international will be deployed from the bench in a similar fashion in upcoming matches.

AUGUST 17, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Miniscule role Endo made one start during 20 appearances in the Premier League.

Impact Endo hardly got on the pitch during his second season in Liverpool, as new boss Arne Slot left him buried on the depth chart as a limited option to close matches out. The midfielder has expressed a desire to remain at Liverpool, though it's unlikely he brings on a larger role barring a plethora of injuries.

MAY 28, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Rare start Endo registered three tackles (two won) in Sunday's 3-1 loss to Chelsea.

Impact Endo has been the definition of a depth option, coming on late to help shut down matches as an extra defensive option. He made a rare start Sunday, with the title already secured. Endo's future with the club is uncertain, but he's not going to take a larger role even if he remains in Liverpool, barring multiple injuries.

MAY 5, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Liverpool midfielder ready to take pay-cut to seal transfer away from Anfield amid interest from Bundesliga: Reports According to German outlet BILD, Liverpool midfielder Wataru Endo is open to taking a wage cut to leave the English giants and join Bundesli...

MARCH 25, 2025 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

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MARCH 14, 2025 • Associated Press

"Should be starting man", "For god's sake" - Liverpool fans furious with 2 players not being part of line-up vs Southampton Liverpool fans have expressed their frustration on X after Wataru Endo and Federico Chiesa failed to make the starting XI to face Southampto...

MARCH 8, 2025 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

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NOVEMBER 22, 2024 • SI.COM

Recovers from illness Endo (illness) is in the squad to face Chelsea on Sunday.

Impact Endo has recovered from an illness in time to take up a role on the bench for Liverpool. The midfielder has totaled just two minutes in two substitute appearances so far this season.

OCTOBER 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with illness Endo (illness) was sick throughout the international break, according to manager Arne Slot. "[Wataru] Endo as well was also sick."

Impact Endo missed training throughout the international break and could be a doubt for Sunday's clash. The holding midfielder hasn't been a major contributor this season, as Ryan Gravenberch and Alexis Mac Allister have been the preferred options. Endo has seen occasional appearances off the bench and is a valuable depth option though.

OCTOBER 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Ineffective for Liverpool Endo has made two Premier League appearance off the bench with Liverpool.

Impact Endo has not been in Arne Slot's cards this season, seeing just two minutes of play in the PL. He had been seeing regular playing time on the pitch last campaign with 20 starts in 29 appearances. However, Slot has chosen Ryan Gravenberch to complete the midfield line for the Reds, leaving Endo as a limited bench option during the first month and a half of the campaign.

OCTOBER 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Liverpool reject £12m offer for Wataru Endo from Marseille with Roberto De Zerbi eager to sign midfielder after landing Mason Greenwood | Goal.com US Marseille have reportedly had their £12 million ($15.3m) bid for Wataru Endo rejected by Liverpool.

JULY 29, 2024 • GOAL.COM

Immediate impact Endo made 29 appearances (20 starts) for Liverpool during the Premier League.

Impact Endo switched to Liverpool after a high profile miss on Moises Caicedo, and Endo proved to be a shrewd signing. The veteran defensive midfielder immediately took on a large role, playing 1,718 minutes in the Premier League and adding a defensive rigidity to the unit. Endo's long-term future is uncertain especially on the wrong side of 30, and he isn't going to do as much offensively with Liverpool as he did with Stuttgart.

MAY 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Starting after one match out Endo (undisclosed) is in the starting XI for Sunday's match against Manchester United.

Impact Endo returns from a one match absence to start his fifth consecutive match when fit. The midfielder offers little in terms of attacking output, but has made nine tackles and five interceptions in his last four appearances.

APRIL 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Injury not serious Endo (undisclosed) is expected to return for Sunday's trip to Manchester United, according to manager Jurgen Klopp."We rested him today. We had a feeling there could have been a ch...

Impact Endo was held out against Sheffield United, but the return of Curtis Jones largely covered Endo's absence. The holding midfielder should be straight back into the starting XI, giving Liverpool their full top choice midfield against Manchester United.

APRIL 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out Thursday Endo (undisclosed) is out for Thursday's match against Sheffield.

Impact Endo will not be an option after picking up an injury in the club's most recent match, despite playing the full 90 minutes. The exact diagnosis of his injury or a timeframe for his return is still unknown, but he will hope to be fit for Sunday's match against Manchester United, as his injury does not appear to be all that serious.

APRIL 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with knock Endo is in question for Thursday's match against Sheffield United, as manager Jurgen Klopp told reporters, "Wataru, what a player, what a guy. He got a knock in the last game, so w...

Impact Endo played the full 90 in the club's last match despite picking up an injury somewhere near the end of the contest, as he is now in question to take place in Thursday's match due to a knock. Luckily for the player, his issues only appear to be minor, giving him a decent chance to feature if he passes his fitness test ahead of the game. The club will now hope he can play, as he has been a regular starter for much of the season, only missing the start in two of his past 17 appearances. However, if he isn't an option, expect Harvey Elliott or Ryan Gravenberch to get the start in his place.

APRIL 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

The shocking contrast between Casemiro and Wataru Endo: Man Utd and Liverpool midfielders moving in opposite directions ahead of FA Cup quarter-final | Goal.com US Manchester United midfielder Casemiro and Liverpool counterpart Wataru Endo appear to be moving in very different directions ahead of Sunday...

MARCH 16, 2024 • GOAL.COM

Injury proves minor Endo had two tackles (one won) and one clearance in Saturday's 1-0 victory over Nottingham Forest.

Impact Endo was a doubt due to a heavy contusion on his ankle but got back on the pitch during Saturday's win. The midfielder should return to the starting XI in most matches moving forward, as injuries have forced youth players to step into larger roles of late. Endo's could see some rotation in Europe though, to try and keep him fresh in what should be a busy back half of the season.

MARCH 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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