Liverpool’s lineup options without Wataru Endo are four.

Wataru Endo will play for Japan at the Asian Cup, thus Liverpool will have to deal with his absence for the foreseeable future. This is how they might align themselves while he’s away.

Over the past few months, Wataru Endo has developed into a crucial player for Liverpool’s first squad. Last month, the holding midfielder became the first Red player to start five games in 13 days since 2006.

However, he won’t be here for a little while. Endo will represent Japan in the Asian Cup; depending on how they do, this could keep him out until February 10th.

Therefore, without him, Jurgen Klopp and company will need to be a little creative in order to put together a midfield. These four choices will