Official: Liverpool sign Thiago from Bayern
Bayern München have announced the departure of Thiago Alcantara, who joins Liverpool.
Thiago has officially left Bayern München to join Liverpool, the two clubs have announced.
“Thiago has developed from a talented 22-year-old into a true leader, who we hugely appreciate above all as a person," said FC Bayern CEO Karl-Heinz Rummenigge.
"He wanted a new sporting challenge in another league. We’ve granted that request and agreed a transfer with Liverpool. On behalf of all of FC Bayern, I wish Thiago and his family all the best for the future. A truly distinguished player like him will always be a friend of our club," he added.
Thiago spent seven seasons at Allianz Arena, making 235 appearances with 31 goals and 37 assists to his name.