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Former Everton manager Keith Wyness has stated that Wataru Endo will be “crucial” to any future Liverpool acquisition of Takefusa Kubo; a fellow countryman.
The 66-year-old, who ran a football consultancy advising elite clubs after serving as CEO at Goodison Park from 2004 to 2009, stated the Reds could receive a “big commercial bonus” from a second venture into the Japanese market in an interview with Football Insider’s Inside Track podcast.
On Monday, July 22, Sports Nippon, a Japanese publication, revealed that Real Sociedad’s Kubo, a winger, is currently in “final negotiations” with Liverpool to join Anfield.
The Reds are rumoured to have arranged a contract for the 35-cap international worth over £55 million.
The 23-year-old made 41 appearances in all competitions last season, tallying seven goals and five assists.
Wyness claims that Endo will be “crucial” to Liverpool’s acquisition of Kubo
Endo is the “right character,” according to Wyness, to assist Kubo settle in on Merseyside.
“This is an interesting market. Many of my friends and contacts, who think there’s genuine potential there, have been there recently, as far as I know.
Additionally, the commercial market is robust. “That presents a significant potential. Kubo has the potential to win Liverpool a game and provide significant financial benefits to the team.
“Endo might be important. Because of his presence in Liverpool, Kubo will not be alone; rather, he will have access to someone who can counsel and mentor him.
Although the club offers player care facilities, it will be important to have a language-speaking person.
“They will undoubtedly communicate if this transfer takes place.
“I anticipate this transfer being successful if it moves forward, as Endo is the ideal kind of character for that kind of role.”
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Dutch defender is placed on standby as Liverpool starts contract negotiations with the outstanding club star
Arne Slot will have a clearer picture of the calibre of players at his disposal as Liverpool’s international stars start to droopingly return from their individual international competitions.
To win over players who have been devoted to Jurgen Klopp, the Dutchman must make the perfect first impression.
The sooner Liverpool players and supporters acknowledge that there is no one else like the German, the better off everyone will be.
Liverpool and Trent Alexander-Arnold begin contract negotiations.
Slot will undoubtedly give the position everything he has, but as he has never managed or played outside of the Netherlands, it wouldn’t be shocking if it took him some time to adjust to the size of the responsibility.
Either way, he and his board have several pressing issues to handle, one of which being Trent Alexander-Arnold’s contract situation.
According to CaughtOffside sources, Liverpool has already begun negotiations with the player’s representatives and plans to extend the right-back/midfielder’s contract through 2028–2029.
The England international is prioritising sticking at Anfield despite reports that he could join La Liga champion Real Madrid, therefore it’s thought that there will be an agreement on personal terms at first.
Actually, neither an official nor an informal approach has been made by Los Blancos for the 25-year-old.
The club will target Lutsharel Geertruida, the right-back for Feyenoord, if there is any delay in coming to an agreement with Trent, or if the player indicates that he will be moving on to greener pastures, according to CaughtOffside sources.
Liverpool won’t rush to make a move for the Dutch defender this summer, even if Arne Slot is known to seek the transfer in any case.
Given that Luis Henrique and Mikel Arteta, both of whom are Spanish managers, are known to value Geertruida’s skills, that may allow in Paris Saint-Germain and Arsenal.
Given the tactical demands of interested teams, his versatility and ability to play the positions of full-back, centre-back, and defensive midfielder with equal panache are clearly advantageous.
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