"As Guehi's Merseyside switch failed to materialize, so too did a possible exit for Liverpool's longest-serving player, Joe Gomez. The centre back was subject to interest from many clubs across Europe, AC Milan chief among them. However, the reality of the domino effect, or lack thereof, means that Gomez can still play a vital role in Liverpool's success this season."
"With Jarrell Quansah departing for Bayer Leverkusen, the 28-year-old is comfortably Arne Slot's third-choice centre back, who proved his worth in the 1-0 triumph over Arsenal before the international break. Gomez was colossal at the back after being substituted on in the 79th minute, making seven clearances, one of which prevented Victor Gyokeres from equalising at the front post."
"One of Arne Slot's miserly regrets from last season will have been his inability to trust Wataru Endo earlier in the season. While Ryan Gravenberch was pivotal in the Reds' title-winning campaign, the Dutchman also played far too many minutes without a like-for-like replacement. However, Endo's commitment to playing the situation, rather than his own game, has earned him several plaudits among Kopites."
Liverpool missed out on signing Marc Guehi after his club and manager withdrew, leaving defensive plans altered. Joe Gomez remained at the club and can play a vital role after a strong substitute performance versus Arsenal, especially with Jarrell Quansah's departure to Bayer Leverkusen and Ibrahima Konate's mixed fitness. Wataru Endo has earned trust through adaptable, situation-focused performances and may be considered as a centre back option to manage minutes and protect key midfielders like Ryan Gravenberch. Arne Slot must reconfigure defensive depth using existing personnel, rotation, and tactical adjustments to maintain solidity across the season.
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