Liverpool have confirmed their released list of 10 players out, including a popular pair

Liverpool have announced that 10 players have left the club, including cult heroes Joel Matip and Thiago Alcantara.

The pair’s exits were confirmed last month, with their contracts due to expire. Both Matip and Thiago were given the opportunity to bid emotional farewells to the club after last day’s win over Wolves – which was also Jurgen Klopp’s last game in charge.

The departures don’t end here. The Reds have confirmed that a host of academy stars will be leaving. Adam Lewis and Melkamu Frauendorf both depart after being allowed first-team debuts under Klopp.

Mateusz Musialowski, who featured against Sparta Prague earlier this season, will also bid farewell. Nathan Giblin, Francis Gyimah, Luke Hewitson, Niall Osborne and Cody Pennington also leave Anfield.

A club statement said: “Everyone at Liverpool FC would like to thank Joel, Thiago, Adam, Melkamu, Mateusz, Nathan, Francis, Luke, Niall and Cody for all their contributions and wish them all the best for future”.

While there are plenty of departures, the Reds are also in the process of tying stars to new offers. Spanish winger Adrian has been offered new terms to stay at the club.

Academy goalkeepers Jacob Poytress and Reece Trueman are also in talks over extended stays at Anfield. Work will now begin on Liverpool’s summer transfer window.

Replacements will probably have to be found for both Matip and Thiago. Speaking after his exit was confirmed, the Cameroon defender said: “It’s been a great eight years here at Liverpool.

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“I have been allowed to be part of an exciting history with a great coach and an amazing team at an amazing club. We got great titles and we have the best fans in the world.

“I am grateful for the wonderful time I was able to experience with these unique people who support the club and the fans who love Liverpool FC.

“My wife and I felt welcomed and supported from day one and together with the children we had the best time imaginable here. We will always hold him in special memories.”

Matip missed large periods of his last season with Liverpool. The defender – who has made more than 200 appearances for the club – suffered a serious knee injury last term. Thiago’s contributions have also been limited due to recurring fitness issues.

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