Celtic prepare to boost their midfield by targeting Liverpool’s 32-year-old Wataru Endo, a dynamic player with a proven track record at Anfield.
Fotnet24.net reports that Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers is plotting a summer raid on Liverpool’s ranks to secure the Japanese midfielder. Endo joined Liverpool from VfB Stuttgart for £16.2 million in 2023. Rodgers aims to fortify his side with a player known for his relentless work ethic.
Endo arrived at Anfield alongside Alexis Mac Allister and Dominik Szoboszlai. Mac Allister and Szoboszlai have become regular starters, while Endo remains a squad player under coach Arne Slot. Last season, he started 20 Premier League games, but he managed only 140 minutes in this season’s Champions League.
Despite his contract running until 2027, Endo’s future at Liverpool remains uncertain. Several clubs express interest in his talents. Reports indicate that AC Milan, Wolves, Fulham, and Ipswich Town join Celtic in the race for his signature.
Celtic dominate the Scottish Premiership, sitting 13 points clear of Rangers. They have claimed the Scottish League Cup and advanced to the Scottish Cup semi-finals. Rodgers eyes Endo as the perfect fit to elevate their midfield strength.
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