After leaving Liverpool as a free agent, Roberto Firmino, the Brazilian striker aged 31, has joined Saudi Arabian club Al Ahli.
Firmino’s departure from Anfield came after the expiration of his contract at the end of the previous season.
During his time at Liverpool, which began in 2015 following his transfer from Hoffenheim, Firmino made 362 appearances, scoring 111 goals, and providing 79 assists.
He played a pivotal role in Jurgen Klopp’s successful tenure, including winning the Champions League in 2019, securing the Premier League title the following season, and achieving the FA Cup and Carabao Cup double in 2022.
Firmino now follows in the footsteps of former Chelsea goalkeeper Edouard Mendy by joining Al Ahli, based in Jeddah.
The club earned promotion to the Saudi Pro League last season after facing relegation in the 2021-2022 season.
Upon confirming his departure from Liverpool in May, Firmino expressed his heartfelt farewell message to the fans through Instagram, cementing his status as a beloved figure amongst the supporters.
It read: “My last match in Anfield was incredible!
“And my whole time in Liverpool has been nothing but wonderful. I will never forget the roar of the Kop and the passion from all of you.
“The family and myself will forever carry this great club in our hearts.
“We are so grateful for everything we were allowed to experience with you in these 8 years — the wins, the losses, the titles, the heartbreaks — this all helped me to become the man I am today.
“I can truly say that Liverpool has become a part of my family. Thank you all.”