Midfielder Naby Keita admits he will be a long-distance Liverpool supporter for the next year as he waits to complete his move to Anfield.
The Guinea international finalised the terms of a club-record transfer which will see him remain at RB Leipzig until the end of the season.
Manager Jurgen Klopp had wanted to sign in the 22-year-old this summer, but, with the Bundesliga club adamant the player would not be leaving, Liverpool opted for the next best option, even if it has cost them a premium.
The Reds could have waited 12 months and activated a £48million buy-out clause when it comes into effect, but were conscious they could have faced even more competition so have opted to pay an increased sum now to avoid an auction later.