Liverpool Launch Transfer Revolution with Wirtz, Frimpong, and Kerkez Signings
Liverpool FC have kickstarted a bold new era under manager Arne Slot, completing a trio of high-profile summer signings that underline the club’s intent to stay at the top of English football. The Reds have secured deals for Florian Wirtz, Jeremie Frimpong, and Milos Kerkez, totaling a staggering £185.5 million—with more arrivals potentially on the horizon.
The headline move is the British-record £116 million signing of Florian Wirtz from Bayer Leverkusen. At just 22, the German attacking midfielder is hailed as one of the brightest young talents in Europe. He played a key role in Leverkusen’s unbeaten 2023/24 double-winning campaign, racking up 18 goals and 20 assists in 38 Bundesliga appearances. Able to play as a No. 10, false nine, or wide playmaker, Wirtz’s five-year deal represents a statement of ambition. Liverpool reportedly fended off competition from Manchester City and Bayern Munich to land the generational talent.
Joining Wirtz from Leverkusen is Jeremie Frimpong, the dynamic Dutch right-back who signed for £29.5 million after Liverpool activated his release clause. The 24-year-old replaces Trent Alexander-Arnold, who joined Real Madrid in June, and brings explosive energy to the right flank, having scored nine goals and provided 12 assists last season. Frimpong described the move as a “no-brainer,” and fans have quickly embraced him as an ideal fit for Slot’s high-octane, pressing style.
On the left side of defense, 21-year-old Milos Kerkez arrives from Bournemouth in a £40 million deal. The Hungarian full-back has been identified as the long-term successor to Andy Robertson, whose form has dipped. Known for his physicality and attacking instincts, Kerkez fits the mold of a modern full-back and impressed during his debut Premier League season with three assists in 28 games.
In addition to the headline trio, goalkeeper Giorgi Mamardashvili has officially joined the squad after his £25 million move from Valencia, agreed in 2024, while young Hungarian keeper Armin Pecsi has been added for £1.5 million as a third-choice option.
However, the departures of Caoimhin Kelleher to Brentford (£18 million) and Jarell Quansah to Leverkusen have created some concern, particularly with the non-homegrown player limit now maxed out. Liverpool may be forced to offload more players to comply with Premier League registration rules.
Despite that, the buzz among fans is electric. Social media platform X is ablaze with optimism, especially amid links to further big names. Talks are reportedly advancing for Eintracht Frankfurt’s Hugo Ekitike in a deal worth between £70–80 million, while Newcastle’s Alexander Isak remains on Liverpool’s radar, although his £90 million valuation is proving to be a hurdle. A speculative swap deal involving Darwin Núñez for Victor Osimhen has also been floated, though sources indicate the Napoli striker isn’t a top priority.
Former player John Aldridge has cautioned the club to hold onto stars like Luis Diaz and Núñez, both of whom remain critical to Liverpool’s attacking identity. Diaz posted an impressive 18.3% shot conversion rate last season, while Núñez—despite mixed form—has potential Slot reportedly wants to develop.
As Liverpool prepare for their pre-season tour in Asia, including friendlies against AC Milan in Hong Kong and Yokohama F. Marinos in Japan, excitement is building ahead of a Premier League opener against Tottenham. With major reinforcements secured and more possibly on the way, Slot’s Liverpool are being tipped by fans and pundits alike to usher in a new “era of dominance” at Anfield.
