June 12th 2024.
Waldemar Anton has been the talk of the town lately, with top clubs like Liverpool, Bayer Leverkusen, and Dortmund showing interest in the talented defender. Reports suggest that Liverpool is looking to make a move for the 27-year-old German during the upcoming summer transfer window. And it's no surprise, given Anton's impressive performance last season with Stuttgart, where he helped the team secure a second-place finish in the Bundesliga. With only Bayer Leverkusen having a better defensive record, Anton's contribution to the team's success was undeniable.
Despite the challenges of the past season, Anton missed only one game in the German top flight, earning him a well-deserved spot in Julian Nagelsmann's 26-man squad for Euro 2024. This is a huge opportunity for Anton to showcase his skills and talent, especially since the tournament is being hosted by Germany. However, he faces tough competition from experienced players like Antonio Rudiger, Jonathan Tah, and Nico Schlotterbeck.
According to reports from German publication Sport Bild, Liverpool has been keeping a close eye on Anton for the past two weeks. The newly appointed manager, Arne Slot, and the club's CEO of football, Michael Edwards, are determined to strengthen their defense, and Anton seems to be a potential replacement for the recently departed Joel Matip. What's more, Liverpool's strong relationship with Stuttgart, which was formed after the transfer of Wataru Endo last year, could work in their favor.
But Liverpool isn't the only club interested in Anton. Bayer Leverkusen and Borussia Dortmund are also rumored to be considering a move for the defender, who has a release clause of €22.5 million in his contract with Stuttgart. His contract with the club runs until 2027, and he is currently tied down to MHPArena.
Anton's football journey began with Hannover's academy, where he spent several years before joining Stuttgart in 2020. He went on to make over 130 appearances for his boyhood club and established himself as one of the top defenders in the Bundesliga. During his time at Stuttgart, Anton had the opportunity to play alongside Wataru Endo, who joined Liverpool last August. Speaking highly of his former teammate, Anton described Liverpool as one of the best clubs in the world.
"We all would have loved for Wataru to stay with us because he is not only a great player but also a great person. But he chose to join Liverpool, one of the best clubs in the world. We understand his decision and wish him all the best," said Anton in an interview.
It remains to be seen which club will secure Anton's services, but one thing is for sure - this talented defender is destined for great things, and his journey is only just beginning.
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