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New Liverpool signing Adam Lallana has taken out a full page advert in his local newspaper to say thank you and goodbye to former club Southampton.

The 26-year-old completed a £25million move to Anfield on Tuesday, having spent the past 14 years with the Saints.

And in the Southern Daily Echo, Lallana has thanked fans for their support during his time at the club.

"14 unforgettable years, the memories will last a lifetime," says the advert.

"Thank you Saints fans for your endless support, a place in my heart forever."

Lallana, who has signed a long-term deal with the Reds - believed to be four years - had joined Southampton from Bournemouth in September 2000 as a 12-year-old.

That deal included a 25 percent sell-on clause, which means the Cherries are set for a cash windfall of more than £6million following his move.

Speaking after the move, Lallana declared himself "excited" and "humbled" to have joined the 18-time English champions.

He told Liverpool's website: "I'm so excited for the next chapter of my career, coming to a special club like Liverpool. I'm quite humbled and I just can't wait to get started.

"Hopefully I can settle in quickly, and I will give it my best throughout the whole time I'm here. I hope I can add something to the team and hopefully we can win trophies while I'm here, because that's why I'm here - for success."