27th July, 2014
Liverpool has signed Dejan Lovren from Southampton for around £20 million. A statement on the club’s website read: “Liverpool Football Club are delighted to announce the signing of defender Dejan Lovren from Southampton.
“The 25-year-old Croatian international today put pen to paper on a long-term deal with the Reds after completing his medical.
Lovren becomes Brendan Rodgers’ fifth signing of the summer and the third arrival from St Mary’s, following the signing of striker Rickie Lambert and midfielder Adam Lallana.
Upon finalising his Anfield move, the centre-back told Liverpoolfc.com: “It’s a dream come true. I’m happy and glad to be here. I’m proud and can’t wait to start. I know we have millions and millions of supporters – Liverpool is more than a club.
“After I played at Anfield last season, I said to myself: ‘One day I hope I’ll be able to play here for Liverpool’. The fans will know from the first minute that I’m a player that will give 100 per cent on the pitch.”