Wataru Endo Injury: 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 announced.

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.