Thiago Alcantara is reportedly a target for one of Barcelona's rivals after it was confirmed he will be leaving Liverpool.
The Reds confirmed on Friday that the Spanish midfielder will become a free agent when his contract expires at the end of next month.
Spanish outlet Relevo have reported that Girona are now plotting a move for the midfielder as they look bolster their squad with some experience.
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The report adds that Catalan outfit will reinforce the squad after securing UEFA Champions League football for the first time in the club's history.
Thiago is no stranger to Catalonia, as he came through the famous La Masia academy before spending two years in the Barcelona first team.
Outgoing Reds manager Jurgen Klopp paid special tribute to the Spanish midfielder ahead of his departure.
"Before he even came to Liverpool I believed that if you really love football it would make a lot of sense if you watched Thiago Alcantara play," Klopp told the club's official website.
"Technically, he is so, so good. A talent who could play in any team in the world and it was a privilege to have him with us.
"I already knew a lot about him as a footballer before he got here – what he did at Barcelona and Bayern Munich, how could you not? – and I could not have been happier when he decided to take on a new challenge with us.
"From that point on I got to see him up close and all I can say is 'Wow'. Most importantly, he was part of a new story and helped us develop as a team because of his special qualities.
"I know injuries have been a frustration for him and also for us but the level that he was able to play at when he was available was incredible. This is what I will remember.
"Now he will go in a new direction with his family and we can only wish them well. Wherever he plays next I would be happy to watch. An artist of the game who will only ever paint the most beautiful pictures."
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