Transfer: Werder Bremen Sign Keita From Liverpool

Bundesliga club Werder Bremen have announced the signing of midfielder Naby Keita on a free transfer from Liverpool.

The German club confirmed the deal on Friday, revealing that Keita's contract with Liverpool had expired in the summer, and he had decided not to renew his stay at Anfield.

Expressing his enthusiasm for the new chapter in his career, Keita stated, "I'm really looking forward to my new role at Bremen. Werder is a special club, and I am familiar with the Weserstadion from my time in Leipzig. The club's philosophy aligns with me, and I believe it's the right move for me."

Naby: "The discussions with the club, the environment here and the playing idea all convinced me of this move. The head coach gave me a really good feeling and showed me how I can help the team. The club and its philosophy are a good fit for me; this is the right step."#werder pic.twitter.com/rmziLLDHuk

— SV Werder Bremen EN (@werderbremen_en) June 9, 2023

Having joined Liverpool from RB Leipzig in 2018, Keita enjoyed a successful spell with the English club, winning several major trophies including the Champions League, Premier League, FA Cup, and League Cup during his five-year tenure on Merseyside.

Bremen coach Ole Werner expressed his satisfaction with the acquisition, highlighting Keita's valuable experience and contribution to the team. "Last year, he was still on the pitch in the Champions League final and brings a lot of international experience to the team, which we will benefit from as a team," Werner stated. "I'm really looking forward to working with him."

Bremen finished 13th in the Bundesliga this season, securing a comfortable two-spot margin from the relegation places in their first campaign back in the top flight following promotion.

Keita's arrival is expected to strengthen the squad and provide a boost to the team's ambitions for the upcoming season.