According to Sky, FC Liverpool had expressed interest in signing Waldemar Anton before he ultimately decided to join Borussia Dortmund. The transfer saga extended over several weeks, with Borussia Dortmund successfully acquiring Anton by triggering a release clause valued at 22.5 million euros, surpassing Bayer Leverkusen's offer. Despite interest from Atlético Madrid and FC Liverpool, Anton selected Borussia Dortmund to embrace a leadership position. Since his arrival, he has demonstrated his commitment by playing through injuries to aid his new team.