Brad Smith to Bournemouth: Latest Transfer Details, Reaction and More

Bournemouth confirmed the signing of Liverpool left-back Brad Smith on Wednesday, with the Australian penning a four-year deal at Dean Court.

The Cherries relayed the news of Smith's arrival:

Smith, 22, had long been expected to depart Liverpool, as he continued to act as a deputy to Alberto Moreno last season despite drawing praise from Reds manager Jurgen Klopp, per the Australian Associated Press (via the Guardian).

Bournemouth provided comments on their latest signing after the move was announced:

Meanwhile, the Daily Star's Chris McKenna reported the value of the deal at £6 million:

Smith had limited opportunities in his Liverpool career—he joined the Merseyside club in 2008 but made only five Premier League appearances—but he has thrived with the Australia national team, earning nine caps already in his fledgling career.

Cherries manager Eddie Howe will undoubtedly give him more first-team opportunities, and he should prove an asset for the young English boss given that he can play as a winger as well as a left-back.

Smith joins former team-mate Jordon Ibe at Bournemouth, with the 20-year-old having made the switch from Anfield to Dean Court earlier this month.

Bleacher Report's Sam Tighe indicated that Liverpool have come out better from both deals:

Smith will compete for the left-back position with Charlie Daniels, who started 37 of Bournemouth's 38 Premier League games as they finished 16th in 2015-16, per WhoScored.com.