Torres in emotional tribute to Liverpool fans after Anfield return

The Spain striker played in the Steven Gerrard - Jamie Carragher charity match on Sunday and expressed his gratitude for the positive reception he received from Reds supporters

 Former Liverpool striker Fernando Torres has paid an

emotional tribute to the club's fans after he returned to Anfield to feature in Sunday's All-Star charity match.

The Atletico Madrid forward brought an end to his Liverpool career back in 2011 after he opted to sign for Chelsea in a £50 million deal - a move that was initially met with disgust by Reds fans.

But Torres was roundly applauded on Sunday as he lined up for the Steven Gerrard vs Jamie Carragher All-Star charity match, with the Spaniard expressing his gratitude to the Merseyside club's supporters for the reception he received.

He posted on Instagram: "Thank you Liverpool supporters for everything you gave me in my career , you are just different class . It was a privilege to play in front of you again.

"Today I feel in peace with myself , hearing you singing my name is something I will never forget.From the bottom of my hart thank you very much Liverpool!!! #YWNWA"