After eight years and seven titles with Liverpool, Roberto Firmino has decided to leave Anfield and pursue other opportunities. The 31-year-old attacking midfielder has already informed boss Jurgen Klopp of his decision, the club confirmed last month.
Reports indicate that Firmino’s exit is only one of several departures that will occur at the season’s finish. After being a key contributor for the Redssince his 2015 transfer from Hoffenheim, the Brazilian has seen his minutes decrease this season.
Even though Klopp made it obvious that he wanted to retain theattacker who was left out of the Brazilrosterfor the2022 World CupinQatar, he ultimately decided to go in search of a new challenge. The German managerhas since said that whoever signs Firminonext would be very fortunate.
Roberto Firmino reportedly agrees deal with Barcelona as free agent
Roberto Firmino of Liverpool. (Clive Brunskill/Getty Images)
As his contract with Liverpool comes to an end this summer, the Daily Mail claims thatRoberto Firmino will sign with current La Liga leaders Barcelona. News of Balurgana’s reported interest in signing the forward and subsequent communication with his representatives surfaced on Friday.
Furthermore, it is currently said that the two sides have settled on a move this summer. It’s no secret that Robert Lewandowski needs backup, thus Barcelona areactively seeking a new striker. The Athletico Paranaense’s Vitor Roque is their first priority, and a return forPierre-Emerick Aubameyang is also a possibility.
However, the cost of acquiring Roque might be a problem, and Aubameyang won’t be signed until Chelsea agrees to let him go for free. Thus, Firmino may be a perfect option.
