Phillips' Candid Take on Trading Liverpool for Celtic
The Anfield Sidelines: Nat Phillips' Struggle for Playtime
In the vast theatre of Anfield, many actors have graced the stage. Some in fleeting moments and others with a defining presence. Nat Phillips, at 26, finds himself somewhere in between. Having been on the periphery of Jurgen Klopp's grand Liverpool narrative, Phillips had stints away, notably at VfB Stuttgart and more recently, Bournemouth.
Yet, it was in a recent press gathering that Phillips shed light on his relationship with Liverpool. “I’ve …
Bundesliga Expert: 'Bit of a Steal', Liverpool's €20m Transfer
Hargreaves Hails Unexpected Liverpool Bargain: Wataru Endo
Liverpool's New Signing Causes a Stir
The football community watched in anticipation this week as Liverpool unveiled their latest signing, Wataru Endo. A name few Anfield supporters were acquainted with prior to the announcement, Endo's transfer has sparked notable commentary.
Wataru Endo, coming in from VfB Stuttgart, wasn't just another player for the Bundesliga team. He was their captain, known widely as a stellar defensive midfielder - a position Liverpool had been eager …
Wataru Endo Deal Takes the Summer Window To 6 out of 10
The Wataru Endo Deal Takes the Summer Window To 6 out of 10
I recall playing Championship manager about 25 years ago, where I would spend just as long looking at who I could sign, rather than play actual games of football. My teenage years (and into adulthood) had me able to name and describe certain continental footballers, due purely to my hours of participation in the addictive football management game. At some point, I ended my association with such …
Analysis: Can Wataru Endo Fill Fabinho's Boots at Liverpool
A Surprise Move
In an unexpected twist in the transfer market, Liverpool have set their sights on VfB Stuttgart's Wataru Endo. The 30-year-old Japanese international is poised to be the Reds' third signing this summer, a move that has taken many by surprise, especially in the wake of the Moises Caicedo and Romeo Lavia episodes.
Who is Wataru Endo?
For many Premier League enthusiasts, Endo's name might not ring a bell. However, since news of the potential transfer broke, there's …
Why Jan Aage Fjortoft is Raving About Liverpool's Latest Signing
Wataru Endo: Liverpool's Latest Midfield Target
In the ever-evolving world of football, Liverpool Football Club seems to have pulled another rabbit out of the hat. The Merseyside giants are reportedly on the brink of securing the services of Wataru Endo, a name that might not ring a bell for many Premier League aficionados. But if the whispers from Germany are anything to go by, Liverpool might just have landed a gem.
A German League Expert's Take
Jan Aage Fjortoft, the …
Klopp Gives His Verdict on Reds' Two Mini Friendly Performances
Liverpool boss Jürgen Klopp declared both 30-minute friendlies "important" tests in Austria as The Reds prepare for the season ahead.
One Liverpool eleven drew 1-1 with FC Wacker Innsbruck in the first fixture where Divock Origi scored early on from the spot.
In the second game, it again finished 1-1 with Sadio Mané providing Liverpool's equaliser after some impressive play from James Milner and Kostas Tsimikas.
Speaking with Liverpoolfc.com after the runouts, Klopp said of the two matches:
"It was …
Klopp "very, very happy" after Liverpool's first pre-season friendly against VfB Stuttgart
Liverpool manager Jürgen Klopp was happy with his side's 3-0 win over VfB Stuttgart in Austria on Saturday as The Reds continued their preparations for the new season.
Goals from Roberto Firmino, Naby Keïta and Rhian Brewster were enough to ensure a confidence-boosting win for Klopp's men against the German outfit. VfB Stuttgart had just won automatic promotion back to the Bundesliga at the end of the 2019/20 season.
Speaking to Liverpoolfc.com after the win, Klopp said:
"I'm very happy, …
Reds defender on loan in Bundesliga details COVID-19 precautions as German football returns
Liverpool defender Nat Phillips is currently on loan with 2. Bundesliga outfit VfB Stuttgart and gave an insight into the precautions being taken as German football prepares to return to competitive action this weekend.
Phillips and his Stuttgart teammates return to action on Sunday at SV Wehen and the young centre-back gave details on what it's like for players in Germany at the moment.
Speaking to Liverpoolfc.com, Phillips said:
“We were training in small groups for a while. We have …
Liverpool's Nathaniel Phillips joins VfB Stuttgart on loan after extending contract with Reds
Young Liverpool defender Nathaniel Phillips has moved to German side VfB Stuttgart on a season-long loan after also signing a new long-term contract with The Reds.
Phillips featured a lot over the pre-season and Klopp and his backroom team must have liked what they saw, hence the contract extension for the 22-year-old centre-back.
The Liverpoolfc.com site reported that:
Nathaniel Phillips has today signed a new long-term contract with Liverpool and immediately joined German side VfB Stuttgart on a season’s loan.
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