Liverpool fans have plenty to get excited about as the Reds move to secure their first major signing of the summer transfer window.
Jeremie Frimpong, the talented right wing-back from Bayer Leverkusen, is set to join Liverpool after triggering his £29.5 million release clause.
The 23-year-old defender has already agreed to a five-year deal and is expected to complete his medical in the coming days.
Frimpong Eager to Join Up With Liverpool’s Dutch Contingent
What’s made this transfer particularly exciting is Frimpong’s clear enthusiasm for joining Liverpool, where he’ll reunite with some familiar faces.
The Netherlands internationals Ryan Gravenberch, Virgil van Dijk, and Cody Gakpo already call Anfield home, and Frimpong is eager to link up with his fellow countrymen.
Manager Arne Slot, who knows Frimpong well, sees this as a perfect fit to reinforce Liverpool’s defensive line.
Liverpool’s Defensive Shuffle: Preparing for Key Departures and Additions
Liverpool have been planning this move carefully, especially with Trent Alexander-Arnold reportedly set to join Real Madrid soon.
To fill the right-back void, they’ve handed a fresh contract to Conor Bradley, tying the young talent to the club until 2029.
But the Reds aren’t stopping there — they’re also eyeing Bournemouth’s left back Milos Kerkez and are on the lookout for a new centre-back after missing out on Dean Huijsen, who’s also heading to Real Madrid for a hefty £50 million fee.
Attacking Changes on the Horizon as Liverpool Look for a New Forward
In addition to defensive reinforcements, Liverpool are expected to search for a new centre forward this summer.
With Darwin Nunez likely to move on, the club is planning to bolster its attacking options to remain competitive across all fronts.
Frimpong’s Rise: From Manchester City Academy to Bundesliga Champion
Jeremie Frimpong’s journey to Liverpool has been impressive.
Starting out in the Manchester City academy, he made his mark at Celtic, where he quickly became a fan favorite and helped the team clinch a domestic treble in his debut season.
Since moving to Bayer Leverkusen in January 2021, Frimpong has developed into one of Europe’s most exciting right-sided defenders.
Bundesliga Success and International Experience Boost Frimpong’s Profile
Under the guidance of Xabi Alonso last season, Frimpong played a key role in helping Leverkusen win their first-ever Bundesliga title, contributing nine goals and seven assists in 31 league games during an unbeaten domestic campaign.
Though Leverkusen couldn’t hold onto the title this season, Frimpong has continued to impress with five goals and five assists so far.
On the international stage, he’s already earned 12 senior caps for the Netherlands, proving his quality and experience at just 23 years old.
With all these credentials, Liverpool’s new signing looks ready to make an immediate impact at Anfield.