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This month alone, Liverpool have been heavily linked to Dean Huijsen, Jeremie Frimpong, and Milos Kerkez.
Huijsen looks like he is bound for Real Madrid.
We exclusively revealed that Jeremie Frimpong’s camp met with Liverpool on Monday afternoon.
We also exclusively revealed that Barcelona and Aston Villa are interested in the Dutch international
Liverpool have further advanced in discussions with Jeremie Frimpong today with talks set to continue tomorrow.
The Bayer Leverkusen star has emerged as a major target for Liverpool following Trent Alexander-Arnold’s confirmation that his 20-year association with the club will end this summer.
Frimpong’s attacking prowess as a wing-back in Xabi Alonso’s 3-4-3 system at Bayer Leverkusen has made him one of Europe’s most productive full-backs over the past two seasons.
In the previous 2023/24 campaign, Frimpong recorded an outstanding 14 goals and 12 assists in 47 appearances, helping Bayer Leverkusen secure the Bundesliga title, the DFB Pokal, and reach the Europa League final.
His numbers have slightly dropped this season as Leverkusen endured a more ‘normal campaign’, with the 24-year-old managing five goals and 12 assists in 48 games.
Still Liverpool see him as a player that will help the current squad.
We exclusively revealed details about Frimpong’s Leverkusen release clause and why it could be key to Liverpool’s desire to sign the wing-back.
The Reds are attracted to Frimpong’s €35 million (£30 million) release clause, which is significantly lower than his perceived market value.
Also, we exclusively revealed that the release clause is split into four instalments, with the first payment being a comparative bargain considering the player’s quality.
This flexibility allows the club to allocate resources elsewhere, particularly with a centre-back and forward positions also a priority this summer .
Barcelona’s interest in Frimpong is driven by their need to reinforce the right-back position, which has been a persistent problem due to injuries and a lack of depth.
Talks with Dutch team mates
Jeremie Frimpong has previously spoken to his Dutch international team mates about a potential transfer to Merseyside.
After rave reviews, it is clear to see why the right back is extremely keen on a move to the Premier League Champions.
Liverpool have yet to inform Bayer Leverkusen about any intention to trigger his release clause?
Once personal terms are agreed, the fee will be all but a formality as the figures to do the deal are well known.
Although nothing is agreed yet, the move is now looking likely.
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