Celta Vigo have paid tribute to Iago Aspas as he completes his move to Liverpool.

The Reds are now putting the final touches on the transfer.

"The club would like to express their sincere thanks to the player for his unparalleled commitment and dedication and courage with which he defended the blue shirt from his childhood as Iago joined Celta when he was eight years old," said a statement on celtavigo.net.

"His performance and contributions have been extraordinary and Iago is already part of the history of this club, an entity he carries in his heart from a very young age.

"The club wishes him great success in his new career in the Premier League."