Wataru Endo issues positive injury update

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Image Credits: Imago ImagesWataru Endo has provided a positive update on his foot injury after being named in Japan’s World Cup squad. “I’m glad to be in the Japan squad for the World Cup,” said Endo.

“It’s an honour to lead this Japan team as the captain.“It wasn’t an easy way to recover from the injury but I believed in myself to make this happen and will keep working hard to get fit for the games.“Thank you all my teammates, staff and the fans for always being with and supporting me. I hope to see all the Liverpool FC fans on the pitch at Anfield next week before going to the World Cup.

YNWA.”Endo is set to captain Japan at the World Cup, which will be held across the USA, Mexico and Canada. But we are hoping and expecting him to be back in the end of the season.”Endo, who has made 12 appearances and provided one assist for Liverpool this season, has one year remaining on his contract but has struggled for regular minutes under Arne Slot and could be considered surplus to requirements.A strong World Cup showing would boost his value, with Liverpool likely hoping to secure an improved fee should he depart this summer.I’m glad to be in the JAPAN TEAM squad for the World Cup 2026🇯🇵 It’s an honor to lead this Japan team as the captain.