Through their official website, Liverpool have announced that they have reached an agreement with RB Leipzig for the future transfer of Naby Keita.

The agreement with the Guinean international central midfielder will become activated on July 1, 2018.

Liverpool have broken their transfer record to clinch the signing of Naby Keita, with the Reds expected to pay at least £48 million for his signature.

''I am delighted that an agreement has been reached which will allow me to join Liverpool Football Club next summer, when I will become part of a project that excites me greatly, '' Keita said.

''My commitment to RBL remains absolute for the remainder of my time at the club.''

A product of Horoya, Keita starred for FC Istres and Red Bull Salzburg before transferring to  RB Leipzig in June 2016.

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