Liverpool Aim for Improvement in Women’s Super League 2026-27 with New Signings

Liverpool Women’s team is preparing to bounce back in the 2026-27 Women’s Super League (WSL) season, hoping to improve on their disappointing 11th-place finish last term. The club has brought in Germany striker Vivien Endemann and promising Japanese youngster Mao Itamura to strengthen their squad and aim for a better start this season.

The WSL, England’s top tier of women’s football, is entering a competitive new season beginning in late August 2026. Liverpool, traditionally a strong side in women’s football, struggled last season and will be looking to climb the league standings with the help of their new signings.

Vivien Endemann, the German forward, and Mao Itamura, a young talent from Japan, are expected to add fresh attacking options for Liverpool. Their arrival signals the club’s intent to address the weaknesses that left them near the bottom of the table in 2025-26. The Guardian’s writers have collectively predicted Liverpool to finish 8th this season, a modest but notable improvement over last year’s 11th place.

• Last season’s finish: 11th place in the WSL
• Predicted finish for 2026-27: 8th place (average writers’ prediction)
• New key signings: Vivien Endemann (Germany), Mao Itamura (Japan)

The impact of these signings could be significant in Liverpool’s quest to move up the table. Endemann’s experience in European football and Itamura’s youthful energy may provide the attacking impetus Liverpool lacked last season. Improving their league position would not only boost the club’s confidence but also enhance their reputation in the growing competitive landscape of the WSL.

Looking ahead, Liverpool will aim to build momentum from the early fixtures of the season to solidify their position in mid-table or higher. How quickly Endemann and Itamura adapt to the rigors of the WSL will be crucial to this progress. Fans and analysts alike will be watching closely to see if Liverpool can turn around their fortunes and secure a stronger finish in the 2026-27 campaign.

For more detailed coverage of Liverpool’s Women’s Super League prospects and other team previews, visit The Guardian’s preview article.