Liverpool Near £30 Million Deal for Frimpong

Liverpool are close to signing Jeremie Frimpong from Bayer Leverkusen. They plan to make him their first summer signing by paying his £30 million release clause.

Deal Almost Done

Talks with Frimpong‘s representatives are going well. Personal terms should not be a problem. He wants to join the Premier League champions. The deal is expected to be finalized after Leverkusen‘s game against Mainz on Saturday. Liverpool are ready to pay his €35 million (around £30 million) release clause.

Frimpong’s Impressive Track Record

Frimpong joined Leverkusen from Celtic in January 2021 for up to £11.5 million. He is now one of Europe’s best attacking full-backs. He helped Leverkusen win the domestic double last season and has scored 30 goals and made 44 assists in 190 games for the club. His attacking skills and flexibility make him a great fit for Liverpool’s new manager, Arne Slot.

Frimpong started at Manchester City’s academy before moving to Celtic for £300,000 in September 2019. Celtic will receive about £5 million from his sell-on clause in this transfer.

What This Means for Liverpool

Frimpong might replace Trent Alexander-Arnold, as Liverpool prepare for his possible exit. His ability to play as a right-back or wing-back gives Liverpool more tactical options. Arne Slot greatly admires him, which influenced Liverpool’s decision to sign him.

Liverpool fans can expect Frimpong to bring speed, attacking flair, and strong defense to their right side. Signing him quickly shows the club is serious about strengthening under their new manager.

What’s Next?

Frimpong and Leverkusen expect the deal to be done soon. Liverpool fans could hear an announcement soon. He will be part of a big group leaving Leverkusen, as coach Xabi Alonso is also leaving. Liverpool hope Frimpong will fit into their team quickly for the 2025/26 season.