In an attempt to replace Trent Alexander-Arnold, Liverpool has initiated negotiations with Bayer Leverkusen defender Jeremie Frimpong regarding a summer transfer (via Florian Plettenberg).
When the England international's contract expires at the end of the current campaign, he will depart Anfield.
Liverpool is working quickly to resolve their right back problems, even if a free transfer to Real Madrid has already been agreed upon.
Under Xabi Alonso's tutelage, Frimpong has established himself as one of the industry's top players in recent years.
He is a vital member of the club that is expected to place second this season and helped Leverkusen win a historic domestic double the previous season.
The Dutchman is being watched by a number of teams, but Liverpool is in the lead and may soon finalize a deal.
According to Sky Germany, his release clause is worth little under £30 million, and the Reds are prepared to exercise it.
Frimpong may play as an advanced wing-back or as a conventional right-back. He has attacking flair and adaptability.
The 24-year-old's menace in the final third is highlighted by his 30 goals and 44 assists in 190 games for Leverkusen.
Additionally, he was a member of the Netherlands team that advanced to the European Championship semifinals in Germany in 2024.
Prior to making a move for Frimpong, Liverpool weighed their possibilities.
Conor Bradley, an academy graduate, was mentioned as Alexander-Arnold's successor; however, Arne Slot wants to give the role more depth and experience.
After a quiet transfer market the previous year, Liverpool wants to give the Dutchman a big summer gift after winning the Premier League in Slot's first season.
Frimpong might be Slot's first summer recruit and has previously praised Liverpool as "a great club with history."
This summer, the Reds are also anticipated to target a striker, a midfielder, and a center-back.
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