Milos Kerkez has paid tribute to Bournemouth in a classy social media post after he completed a £40 million move to Liverpool.

The left-back became the Reds' third addition of the summer after he followed Jeremie Frimpong and Florian Wirtz through the doors at Anfield.

The 21-year-old, who moved to Bournemouth from AZ Alkmaar two years ago, has signed a five-year contract with the Premier League champions.

Now, just days after completing his move to Anfield, Kerkez has taken to social media to pen an emotional message to the Cherries.

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Writing on Instagram on Tuesday, the defender said the Cherries will always hold a special place in his heart after spending two years on the South Coast.

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"I want to thank the whole Bournemouth family for giving me the chance to come and play in the Premier League, the gaffer, everyone on the coaching staff, everyone at the club, you guys will always be in my heart, especially the players, made all friends for life," said Kerkez.

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"We fought a lot of battles together and gave everything for each other, love you guys.

"The fans always support us, and I am forever thankful for the love.

"See you soon."

The signing of Kerkez took Liverpool's spending past the £200m mark after the additions of Frimpong, Wirtz and Giorgi Mamardashvili.

Liverpool face Bournemouth on the first weekend of the new Premier League season, meaning Kerkez's first Anfield outing could come against his former employers.

Upon signing for the Reds, Kerkez paid tribute to his family for helping his dreams come true.

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"It's an honor and privilege to join Liverpool," he said.

"I will do my best to improve even more as a player and person ,thank you to everyone for big support and warm welcome, see you soon Anfield.

"My brothers and my parents, nothing would be possible without you."