Everton is losing “one of the best strikers in England” according to Jurgen Klopp, with Dominic Calvert-Lewin announcing his departure from Liverpool’s neighbor.

The former Reds boss was clearly a big admirer of the forward, who has now brought an end to his nine-year association with the Toffees, having confirmed he will leave Merseyside when his contract expires at the end of this month.

“After nine remarkable years at this club, I’ve made the incredibly difficult decision - together with my family - to begin a new chapter in my career,” Calvert-Lewin wrote in a statement.

“It’s the place that saw potential in me, challenged me to grow, and shaped me both as a footballer and as a man.

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“I want to express my gratitude to all the managers and coaches I’ve worked with over the years, and to my teammates who have become lifelong friends.”

Calvert-Lewin joined Everton from Sheffield United back in 2016, and would go on to become a full England international as his reputation grew over the years at Goodison Park.

Injuries would be a constant blight in recent years for the 28-year-old though, and he would only manage to make more than 30 appearances in a season once during his final four years with Everton.

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Dominic Calvert-Lewin celebrates after scoring Everton's second goal against Liverpool in April 2024.

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His first came in a 2-2 draw at Goodison Park in October 2020 as he struck with less than 10 minutes remaining to earn his side a point in a game that Liverpool fans will remember for Jordan Pickford’s horrendous challenge on Virgil van Dijk, which kept the Dutch defender out for the remainder of the season.

His only other goal came in Klopp’s final Merseyside derby last year, with Calvert-Lewin striking after the break to make it 2-0 and end Liverpool’s hopes of winning the Premier League title, and lead the Reds boss to apologize for his side’s performance.

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