Liverpool have announced that goalkeeper Marcelo Pitaluga has completed a permanent transfer back to his former club, Fluminense.

The Reds shared the news via a statement on their official website, bidding farewell to the Brazilian shotstopper, who was behind Alisson Becker and Caoimhin Kelleher in manager Arne Slot’s pecking order.

Pitaluga joined Liverpool over four years ago and was named in the senior matchday squad on seven occasions. During his time at Anfield, he also gained valuable experience through loan spells at Macclesfield FC, St. Patrick’s Athletic, and Livingston.

"Everyone at LFC wishes Marcelo the best of luck for the future," read part of the club’s statement.

The announcement follows Liverpool’s dramatic 2-2 Premier League draw with Manchester United on Sunday evening, which kept them at the top of the league table. Slot’s side currently leads the standings with 46 points from 19 matches, ahead of Arsenal, Nottingham Forest, Chelsea, and Manchester City.

As the January transfer window remains open, it will be intriguing to see whether Liverpool’s management opts to strengthen the squad further in their quest for silverware.