Firmino, Keita, Milner, and Oxlade-Chamberlain are to leave Liverpool this summer
Liverpool has announced that four players, namely Roberto Firmino, Naby Keita, James Milner, and Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain, will be leaving the club at the end of the current season. This quartet has been instrumental in Liverpool's success over the years, contributing to major achievements such as winning the Champions League, UEFA Super Cup, FIFA Club World Cup, Premier League, Carabao Cup, and Emirates FA Cup.
During their time at Anfield, they formed an integral part of Jurgen Klopp's squad that achieved remarkable feats. In 2019, they were pivotal in Liverpool's triumph in the Champions League and their subsequent victories in the UEFA Super Cup and FIFA Club World Cup. The following season, they played a crucial role in Liverpool's long-awaited Premier League title triumph, amassing an impressive 99 points. They also secured the Carabao Cup and Emirates FA Cup last season as part of their pursuit of a quadruple.
Notably, their contributions extended beyond domestic success. Firmino and Milner played key roles in reaching the finals of the League Cup and Europa League in Klopp's debut season. Additionally, the quartet was influential in Liverpool's two narrow second-placed finishes in the Premier League and another appearance in the Champions League final.
Liverpool has expressed their gratitude and appreciation for the contributions made by Firmino, Keita, Milner, and Oxlade-Chamberlain during their time at the club. The final home fixture of the season against Aston Villa will include special acknowledgments for the departing players, with further tributes planned on the club's digital platforms.
James Milner, at 37 years old, has amassed 330 appearances and scored 26 goals for Liverpool since his arrival from Manchester City in 2015. He has been a consistent presence in the squad this season, featuring in 41 out of 50 games. Despite attracting interest from Burnley, it has been reported that Milner's move to Brighton as a free agent is almost finalized, with his admiration for Brighton's tactical innovation being a factor.
Roberto Firmino, who has played 214 times and scored 57 goals for Liverpool, had already made the decision to leave the club by declining a contract extension. His departure marks the end of an era for the Brazilian striker at Anfield.
The departures of these four players mark a significant transition for Liverpool as they look to reshape their squad and build for the future. Their contributions to the club's success will be remembered and celebrated, while Liverpool will now turn their attention to identifying suitable replacements and strengthening the team ahead of the upcoming season.
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