Riera completes Olympiakos switch

Riera completes Olympiakos switch

Published Jul. 23, 2010 4:11 p.m. ET

Albert Riera has completed his move to Olympiakos on a four-year contract, the Greek club have announced.

The Spanish winger was presented to media today after fans lined the streets to welcome his arrival at the Athens club.

The 28-year-old fell out of favour at Anfield last season after an outspoken attack on former manager Rafael Benitez and describing the Reds as a "sinking ship."

Reports claim the deal is worth £3.3million and that Riera has signed a four-year contract. Riera joined Liverpool from Espanyol two years ago but failed to impress regularly, scoring just five goals in 56 appearances.

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He was linked with Spartak Moscow last season but his wage demands were thought to have priced him out of a move. Speaking about his motivation for the move, Riera said: "I am eager for titles and honors.

"I am comfortable with my decision and I will be playing with a group hunting for trophies.

"I came to win titles, which are missing from my career."

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