Liverpool open to selling Wataru Endo ahead of transfer deadline
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 12, 2026, 8:50 AM
Last updated Aug 12, 2026

Liverpool is prepared to consider offers for midfielder Wataru Endo as the transfer window approaches its close. Under the guidance of Andoni Iraola, the club is looking to reshape its midfield, which currently features a strong group of younger players like Dominik Szoboszlai and Alexis Mac Allister. With Endo's place appearing less secure, the club views selling him as a potential opportunity to balance squad depth. Liverpool is not actively forcing an exit but is open to proposals for the 34-year-old midfielder, whose contract runs until June 2027.
- •Liverpool is evaluating Wataru Endo's future as the transfer window nears its end.
- •The club has younger midfield options like Szoboszlai and Wirtz emerging.
- •Endo's experience and versatility may be overshadowed as Liverpool prioritizes a younger squad.
- •The decision follows an internal review of Liverpool's squad after a disappointing season.
- •Endo's current contract extends until June 2027, giving Liverpool time to negotiate.
- 8:50 AMYahoo Sports — Report: Liverpool finally ready to sell midfielder
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