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The wing-back has a £29.5million release clause that Liverpool are considering activating

On the move: Jeremie Frimpong is set to leave Bayer Leverkusen this summer

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Matt Verri1 minute ago

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Liverpool have been handed a significant boost in their pursuit of Jeremie Frimpong.

The Reds are in the market for a new right-back after it was finally confirmed that Trent Alexander-Arnold will be leaving the club as a free agent this summer.

Bayer Leverkusen star Frimpong is believed to be on the shortlist, with the 24-year-old having a release clause of £29.5million.

According to Sky Sports, Frimpong has told Leverkusen he wants to leave and would be very keen to make the move to Liverpool at the end of the season.

With a release clause in place and Frimpong happy to join, it is said that a deal could be swiftly completed if Liverpool do decide to focus their attention on the Dutchman.

Reports in Germany earlier this week suggested that a deal was close to being wrapped up, with an agreement set to reached for Frimpong to sign a five-year contract.

He has made 47 appearances this season, chipping in with five goals and eight assists for Xabi Alonso’s side from wing-back.

Frimpong also played a crucial role last season as Leverkusen went unbeaten on their way to sealing the Bundesliga title.

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Speaking last year about his future, Frimpong said: "Liverpool is a great club with history.