Outgoing Liverpool playmaker Philippe Coutinho told fans he would "always always cherish the club in my heart" at the end of a day that saw him finalise a dream move to Barcelona.
The Brazilian was unveiled by the Spanish giants on Monday following his £145 million switch but was keen to let Liverpool supporters know that he was leaving with a heavy heart.
In an emotional post on Instagram, Coutinho, who scored 54 goals in 201 appearances for Liverpool, spoke of the "unique heart and soul" of the city.
"I hope I have delivered memories and moments that have brought happiness to the Liverpool supporters. Moving to Liverpool, I knew the club's greatness and history but what I did learn during my time was the unique heart and soul of the place," he wrote.
He also took the time to explain why he had moved away from Merseyside, writing that playing for Liverpool and Barcelona were both dreams that he wanted to realise during what is a very short career in football.
"I leave Liverpool because Barcelona is a dream for me. Liverpool was a dream that I was fortunate enough to realise and I have given five years of my life to it. A career on the pitch only lasts for so long and to play for Barcelona as well as Liverpool is something I want to experience and enjoy while I am blessed enough to be able to do so.
"I hope the supporters understand that choosing to experience something new is not about diminishing their importance to me or the club's importance. Nothing will ever diminish that in my heart. I wish Jürgen and the team nothing but joy and success for the rest of this season and beyond. This is an amazing team and they are getting better and better all the time."
After thanking the coaching staff, owners and other people in Anfield, Coutinho saved his most heartfelt message for the fans.
"And finally, to the most important people of Liverpool -- the Liverpool supporters. I can never thank you enough for what you have given me during this time and no matter where I go in the world, for the rest of my life, I will always cherish Liverpool in my heart. You, the club and the city will always be a part of me. You'll Never Walk Alone."
