Several potential candidates have already been linked with stepping into a key role at Liverpool this summer.
Among the rumored options are Monaco’s 23-year-old Vanderson and 19-year-old Martim Fernandes, both reportedly on the club’s radar.
However, according to a report shared on X (formerly Twitter) by Sky Germany journalist Florian Plettenberg, Liverpool now appear to have made Bayer Leverkusen’s Jeremie Frimpong their leading target.
Plettenberg claims that “advanced talks” with Frimpong’s camp have “already taken place,” suggesting that the Reds are moving quickly to secure a deal
How Much Will Jeremie Frimpong Cost Liverpool?
Reliable transfer expert Fabrizio Romano has supported earlier reports, confirming that Jeremie Frimpong is available this summer for a release clause believed to be between €35 million and €40 million (£29.4m–£33.6m).
The 24-year-old wing-back is reportedly open to joining Liverpool, making a potential move to Anfield increasingly plausible.
Is Frimpong a Like-for-Like Replacement for Trent Alexander-Arnold?
Calling Frimpong a direct replacement for Trent Alexander-Arnold would be misleading.
While both players share an attacking mindset and often push high into the final third, their styles differ significantly. Frimpong thrives in an advanced wing-back role, often resembling a right winger in Bayer Leverkusen’s system. His game is defined by blistering pace, one-on-one attacking, and aggressive forward runs.
In contrast, Alexander-Arnold plays a deeper, more playmaking role, known for his vision, long-range passing, and ability to control the tempo from deep areas.
Frimpong’s 2024/25 Stats:
- 48 appearances (3,457 minutes)
- 5 goals
- 12 assists
While Frimpong is certainly a dynamic and dangerous wide player, his profile may better suit a high-energy, pressing system—like the one Jürgen Klopp favored—than the more controlled, tactical style likely to be introduced under new head coach Arne Slot. Though capable of delivering dangerous crosses, he lacks the deep-lying creative influence that has defined Alexander-Arnold’s role at Liverpool.
