Liverpool, January 6, 2025 – Liverpool FC has officially announced the departure of Brazilian goalkeeper Marcelo Pitaluga, who has rejoined his former club Fluminense on a permanent transfer.
Pitaluga, 21, originally signed for Liverpool in 2020 from Fluminense. During his four-and-a-half-year stint with the Reds, he gained valuable experience through loan spells, most notably at Macclesfield FC, but struggled to secure consistent first-team opportunities at Anfield.
The decision to release Pitaluga back to Fluminense is reportedly aimed at providing the young goalkeeper with more playing time to further his development. While financial details of the deal remain undisclosed, Liverpool confirmed that the transfer includes a key clause potentially benefiting the club in the future, though specific terms were not revealed.
This marks Liverpool’s first move in the January transfer window, as the club continues to focus on managing its squad and fostering the growth of younger players.
Marcelo Pitaluga’s return to Brazil is seen as a strategic step for both the player and Liverpool, with the club maintaining ties to monitor his progress in South America.
