According to Kicker, Liverpool are closing in on an agreement with 24-year-old target Jeremie Frimpong on personal terms. Once they have a consensus in place, club-level talks could commence, as Bayer Leverkusen are holding out for the €40 million release clause in the Dutchman’s contract.
Liverpool are seemingly pushing ahead with their plans for the summer, as they could soon agree terms with their first prospective signing of the window. The Merseysiders were dealt a big blow following Trent Alexander-Arnild’s announcement to depart the team at the end of the season, with a replacement considered the top priority for the squad.
They had briefly considered installing Conor Bradley as his natural successor, but it appears some doubts are creeping in about the timing of the move as well as the homegrown talent’s durability. Hence, they have been searching for a top option in the market, with Jeremie Frimpong seen as the best available option to replace Alexander-Arnold.
A recent report stated Liverpool were not interested in Frimpong, although that is not the case. The Dutchman’s €40 million release clause is not seen as an issue, with the Merseyeisders open to paying the fee, which could be covered in installments.
Liverpool are indeed lining up a move for Frimpong, as the 24-year-old target is seen as the direct replacement for Alexander Arnold. Bayer Leverkusen are all but resigned to losing the Dutch full-back, who has proved his worth more as an attacking threat rather than for the defensive side of the game, which might come to suit Arne Slot’s playing style.
Talks between Liverpool and Frimpong are already underway, with the Dutchman reportedly open to joining the Merseysiders. The report states he will sign a five-year contract until 2030, which will represent a long-term stay, as Liverpool are very close to agreeing on personal terms with the Dutchman.
Whether he’s the perfect candidate to replace Alexander-Arnold remains to be seen, as there are some doubts about whether he can have the capacity to defend the way it is done in the Premier League. From an attacking standpoint, the Dutchman seems like a top signing for Liverpool.
