Official: Dominik Szoboszlai Completes Move To Liverpool In €70m Transfer Deal

In a much-anticipated announcement, Liverpool Football Club has officially confirmed the signing of Dominik Szoboszlai on a five-year contract.

The deal, valued at €70 million, includes the activation of a release clause that paves the way for the talented midfielder to join the historic English club.

Expressing his excitement about the move, Szoboszlai shared his joy in joining such a prestigious and successful team. He remarked, “I’m joining an historical, top club. I’m very happy. The last three or four days went really long; it was not that easy!” The Hungarian player’s anticipation to play at Anfield and get started with his new team was palpable. He conveyed his eagerness to meet the passionate Liverpool fans, stating, “I can’t wait to see them at Anfield, can’t wait to get started.”

Szoboszlai also revealed that he has chosen to wear the number 8 jersey, a nod to his admiration for Liverpool legend Steven Gerrard. The midfielder even has a tattoo dedicated to Gerrard, further emphasizing the significance of the number selection. He stated, “I will be number 8️⃣ as I have a tattoo from Steven Gerrard. That was a reason why. He was one of the biggest when I was a child.”

The arrival of Szoboszlai at Liverpool was not without the personal touch of manager Jurgen Klopp. The Hungarian international confirmed that he had received a phone call from Klopp, which played a crucial role in his decision to join the club. Reflecting on the conversation, Szoboszlai shared, “Klopp? Yes, he called me — it’s true. I said: ok, this is going to be a very good thing. Everything was perfect.”