Liverpool have completed the signing of Brazilian attacker Roberto Firmino from Hoffenheim subject to a medical. The 23-year-old playmaker, who is currently away at the Copa América with Brazil, will complete the reported £29 million move on his return to Europe.
Liverpool confirm signing of Roberto Firmino
The Brazilian will undertake a medical after the Copa América.
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#LFC are delighted to announce they have signed Roberto Firmino from Hoffenheim, subject to a medical #FirminoLFC pic.twitter.com/rWRHhTmHuB
— Liverpool FC (@LFC) June 24, 2015 It's an impressive capture for Liverpool, who have reportedly beaten big rivals Manchester United to seal Firmino's signature. He becomes their all-time second-most expensive player after Andy Carroll -- and they'll certainly be hoping Firmino makes rather more of an impression than him.
Capable of playing out wide or through the middle, Firmino should fit into Brendan Rodgers' system perfectly. It'll also be interesting to see if his arrival paves the way for Raheem Sterling's departure, with the England international having been angling for a move away from Anfield for a few months.
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