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As Liverpool approached the recruitment of a new defensive midfielder, Endo Wataru's release became very likely. Endo was in danger of being released after a season even though he played well for Liverpool. Son Heung-min, who is preparing for his 10th season at Tottenham, is just amazing.
England's The Athletic on the 6th (Korea time) 'Arce Slot Liverpool coach used Endo, Dominique Sobosler and Ryan Hravernberg in the 6th position during the pre-season tour. Liverpool won all three games. The slot manager praised Hravernberg's performance against Manchester United, but Liverpool are currently identifying targets in their sixth role. Liverpool are looking for a professional No. 6 midfielder outside the English Premier League (EPL), the report said.
Until news broke that Liverpool were signing a new defensive midfielder, Endo looked set to be appointed by Liverpool next season as well. This is because Liverpool rejected 14 million euros (about 21.1 billion won) for Endo at the Olympique Marseille. Endo was expected to play the same role as Altoran in Liverpool next season.
It was a big twist. Two reasons Liverpool rejected Endo's offer were because of an inadequate price and the lack of a good defensive midfielder. Endo was classified as a resource that could be sorted out at any time as long as a new defensive midfielder was found and appropriate offers were made.
The media outlet 'Liverpool declined to bid for Endo this summer, partly because of the position's demanding market, but is now working on a contract for the role. The sale depends on the size of the offer. Liverpool are sticking to the values of their players,' he added.
Liverpool managed to proceed with the transfer quietly and quickly. The Athletic said in an additional report on the 7th that `Real Sociedad is aware that Liverpool are interested in Martin Subimendi, and Liverpool is looking for Subimendi.'
Subimendi is one of the best defensive midfielders in Spain's La Liga at this point. Subimendi, who was born in 1999 and is now in his prime, is a very key player in Sociedad. Several big clubs, including Arsenal, Barcelona and Bayern Munich, tried to take Subimendi, but all failed.
Sociedad said it would not sell its key player Subimendi unless it was a 60 million euro (90.4 billion won) buyout clause. Price was not a big deal. The reason why it was difficult to recruit this player from a big club that was interested in Subimendi was personal negotiations with Subimendi. Subimendi did not prefer to move to another club like Sociedad Sunggol Youth.
But the player fell for Liverpool's temptation. The Athletic reported on the morning of the 8th that `Sociedad expects Subimendi to agree to move to Liverpool.'
All that's left is negotiations over the transfer fee. Liverpool are reluctant to pay Subimendi's buyout clause. The media reported that `Liverpool wanted a new defensive midfielder in the slot manager's squad and tried to bring in Subimendi. It has become complicated because you have to pay 60 million euros, the buyout clause. If Subimendi asks for a transfer because he wants to leave Sociedad, the club will grant his wish, he said.
If Subimendi conveys his willingness to move to Liverpool, Sociedad may lower the price slightly. Currently, Liverpool is not expected to have a big problem with Liverpool's bullets because it has not recruited any players under the slot manager system.
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As the slot manager is strongly requesting the recruitment of defensive midfielders, the transfer of Subimendi is likely to proceed quickly. If Subimendi comes, Liverpool needs a midfielder to clear up traffic. Subimendi is likely to be used as the main defensive midfielder immediately. Sobosler or Hravenberg can also play there, and Spephan Vasetich must continue to grow.
Therefore, the recruitment of Subimendi will greatly increase the likelihood of releasing Endo. The slot director does not favor Endo. British Give Me Sports also reported Endo's release, saying 'Endo took on the role of playing in a deeper position for Liverpool last summer, but it may not be the profile the slot is looking for. Endo, a tough tackle midfielder, explained that slot managers are better at getting the ball back and pressing constantly rather than being the rear playmaker needed to embody his football style.
Endo's EPL dream is in danger of ending in one season. Even if he shows good performance, Son Heung-min is preparing for his 10th year season in this highly competitive EPL. After the last preseason game against Bayern Munich, Son said, `I'm really proud that I'm spending my 10th season in a league that I think is really the best in the world in a way. I think it's possible because so many people around me helped me maintain my body condition", showing a humble attitude.
"Regardless of whether it's the 10th season, the 11th season, or the 20th season, I always try not to set any goals with my initial intention at the start of the season and keep trying to hit the limit as much as I can really do until the end. This season, too, I hope that I can go back and feel my limitations and grow into a soccer player and a person again"He was not satisfied and expressed his desire to develop further.
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