Fabio Carvalho confirms the real reason why he has left Liverpool to join Brentford

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Fabio Carvalho has spoken out after completing a £27million transfer from Liverpool to Premier League rivals Brentford.

Liverpool could pocket millions from Carvalho, who joined the Merseyside club from Fulham for £5million in 2022.

Arne Slot didn’t want to sell Carvalho, with the attacker having hugely impressed under the boss in pre-season.

The 21-year-old scored against both Arsenal and Manchester United in the successful pre-season tour of the USA.

But Liverpool have now moved the youngster on, with Carvalho returning to West London on a five-year deal.

Fabio Carvalho confirms why he has left Liverpool

The versatile attacker will be missed at Anfield, with many Liverpool fans certain to have been expecting him to feature under Slot.

Carvalho has now confirmed exactly why he has left Merseyside, telling the Brentford website: “As a player, you want to go somewhere where you’re wanted and somewhere where you’re loved – that’s why I’m here.

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“You want to be part of a family, part of a structure, and that’s what Brentford is about. I’m just so happy to be here.”

Fabio Carvalho reveals plans for Brentford debut

Carvalho netted three times from his 21 competitive Liverpool games, although regular minutes were very hard to come by.

He will now undoubtedly be appreciated at Brentford, while he should feel at home in West London after previously shining at Fulham.

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The 21-year-old follows club-record signing Igor Thiago in the door this summer, with the striker having joined from Club Bruges for £30million.

Both Carvalho and Thiago will have their sights set on plenty of goals this season, with the former now revealing his plans for the first league match against Crystal Palace.

“I had a decent pre-season, played a few games, scored a few goals, which is what it’s about,” said Carvalho.

“For me, I know myself and I play better when I’m playing consistently and that’s what it’s all about. As a footballer, you’re going to be able to gain confidence from playing regularly – and I’m already looking to score on Sunday!”