Liverpool are interested in Stuttgart defender Waldemar Anton, who played for Wataru Endo, according to reports in Germany.
The Reds will look to add new players in the summer transfer window ahead of their first season under new manager Arne Slot. They are believed to be looking for a new defender, with Joel Matip set to leave this month after his contract expires.
German store Sports BILD we detailed Liverpool's interest in Anton, who recently helped Stuttgart to an impressive second-place finish in the Bundesliga, ahead of Bayern Munich and qualification for the Champions League.
If Anton does indeed end up joining Liverpool, it wouldn't be the first time the Reds have taken a Stuttgart captain, having signed their former captain Endo last summer. The Japanese international was an instant hit at Anfield, making 44 appearances and registering 3 goals in the 2023/24 campaign.
Before deciding on the future of his team, Anton will start by touring the European Championships, with Germany fighting for continental silverware on home soil. They opened their campaign with a huge 5-1 win over Scotland on Fridat's night.
A new face in defense would be welcome news for Liverpool. Virgil van Dijk is entering the final year of his contract at Anfield, with his future beyond that still undecided despite his commitment to helping his club in the post-Jurgen Klopp era.
Ibrahima Konate remains a key part of Liverpool's backline but has struggled with injuries since signing from RB Leipzig in 2021, while Joe Gomez was used extensively at the back last year. Youngster Jarell Quansah made steady progress last season and was named in England's provisional Euro 2024 squad before being left out of the final squad.
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