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Wataru Endo

FOOTBALL MANAGER 26 · PLAYER REPORT

Wataru Endo

Japan flagLiverpool · Japan

DMFM26 launch age 32Progressor

SCOUTING SUMMARY

Deep midfielder who connects the first phase to attacking midfield through secure, purposeful progression.

PLAYING STYLEOffers beneath the ball, scans before receiving and protects the central counterattacking lane when teammates move forward.

FM26 TACTICAL FITUse as a Deep-Lying Playmaker on support in a 4-3-3 or double pivot. Give him multiple receiving angles and maintain a stable rest defence behind ambitious progression.

A high-level holding midfielder assessed for central protection, progression and control of defensive transitions.

STRENGTHSClose control; work rate; positioning; ball recovery.
RISKSAmbitious progression becomes vulnerable when receiving angles disappear or the rest-defence structure is not prepared for a central turnover.
DEVELOPMENT AREASContinue improving scanning speed, body orientation and the timing of progression against an organised central press.
OUTLOOKProven high-level FM26 option offering immediate first-team value in a role aligned with his established strengths.

FM26 SYSTEM FIT

How to use Wataru Endo

Use as a Deep-Lying Playmaker on support in a 4-3-3 or double pivot. Give him multiple receiving angles and maintain a stable rest defence behind ambitious progression.

PRIMARY SYSTEMBuild from the back / controlled possession
SUGGESTED ROLEDeep-Lying Playmaker · Support
KEY TEAM INSTRUCTIONCreate secure passing angles and a stable rest-defence structure.

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