Liverpool's captain, Virgil van Dijk, expressed his profound disappointment following the confirmation of a significant injury to teammate Wataru Endo. Endo suffered a serious foot injury during his first Premier League start of the season in a match against Sunderland, which ended in a 1-0 victory for Liverpool. The injury occurred when he caught his foot awkwardly in the turf while attempting to clear the ball, resulting in him being taken off the field on a stretcher.

The loss of Endo is particularly impactful for Liverpool, as it leaves the team without one of its key players at a critical time in the season. The 33-year-old midfielder was filling in at right-back due to a lack of other options, as several players in that position, including Conor Bradley and Jeremie Frimpong, are also sidelined with injuries. Having only made 12 appearances throughout the season, Endo's absence will be felt not only in terms of depth but also in the overall reliability of the squad as they strive for a strong finish in the league.

This injury setback adds to the ongoing challenges faced by Liverpool’s management as they navigate the pressures of the Premier League. Virgil van Dijk’s statement about being