Q&A Wataru Endo’s first interview: ‘It’s a dream come true for me to sign for Liverpool’

The Reds agreed a deal to sign the 30-year-old midfielder from Bundesliga side VfB Stuttgart on Friday, subject to international clearance and work permit application.

Endo grew up watching the club back in his homeland of Japan, and is now beyond excited to begin his Anfield journey after signing a long-term contract.

Shortly after putting pen to paper, Liverpoolfc.com caught up with the new No.3 at the AXA Training Centre for his first interview as a Liverpool player…
Wataru, welcome to Liverpool FC. How do you feel at this moment?

Thank you. I’m very happy right now and I’m so excited to join a big club in Liverpool.

Has it sunk in yet that you’re officially a Liverpool player now?

It feels amazing and this is my dream. It’s always [been] a dream to play [in the] Premier League and with one of the biggest clubs in the world. It’s a dream come true for me.

Can you just tell us about how the last few days have been for you?

Yeah, it was busy! But it was very quick because I needed to decide this move for almost 24 hours, and I decided. I just said goodbye to my family and I fly to here, I did the medical check and right now I’m doing this interview.
You’ve taken the No.3 shirt here at Liverpool. You also wore it at Stuttgart. Is there any particular meaning for you with that number?

Number three is my number because I played as No.3 in Stuttgart and when I was playing in Japan, also. I love this number! I cannot wait to play with this number here.

What are you hoping to achieve here while you’re at Liverpool?

I want to achieve as Premier League champions. We also play Europa League this season, so I think to win titles is our job and I want to achieve that.

Finally, what would be your message to the fans reading this interview?

I am very excited to join this club and I am looking forward to seeing you at Anfield!