Arne Slot’s Liverpool Eyes Major Summer Reinforcements: Xavi Simons, Frimpong & Kerkez on the Radar
New Liverpool manager Arne Slot is wasting no time in planning for next season, with the Premier League champions set for a busy summer transfer window.
Fresh off a title-winning campaign, Slot is expected to reshape the Reds’ squad to fit his tactical vision — and the first step is reinforcing key positions ahead of a demanding new chapter.
Trent Replacement: Frimpong Inbound
One of the biggest stories of the summer will be Trent Alexander-Arnold’s departure to Real Madrid, marking the end of a remarkable Anfield era. His exit leaves a massive gap at right-back, but Liverpool have already lined up a top-tier replacement.
Jeremie Frimpong of Bayer Leverkusen — fresh from a historic unbeaten Bundesliga title — is poised to join the club, with Liverpool ready to activate his €40 million release clause. The Dutch international’s pace and attacking drive make him a perfect fit for Slot’s high-energy system.
Left-Back Reinforcement: Milos Kerkez Targeted
On the opposite flank, left-back Milos Kerkez has emerged as a serious target. The 20-year-old Hungarian impressed for Bournemouth this season, and Liverpool see him as a long-term solution and a strong competitor for Andy Robertson.
Midfield Creativity: Xavi Simons Says Yes to Exit
Perhaps the most exciting update surrounds RB Leipzig’s Xavi Simons, who has now confirmed his desire to leave the Bundesliga side. Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano broke the news:
“Xavi Simons’ decision has been made: he’s ready to leave RB Leipzig this summer. Plan confirmed as reported in the recent months. He’s ready for a new chapter with top Premier League clubs and Bayern all attentive to his situation.”
Liverpool have been long-time admirers of the 21-year-old Dutch playmaker, and Slot — who coached in the Eredivisie — is believed to be keen on building a more dynamic midfield, with Simons seen as a potential centrepiece.
Squad Evolution Underway
With the exits of experienced players like Joel Matip and Thiago Alcântara expected, and Trent’s departure already looming, Arne Slot’s first transfer window is shaping up to be transformative. The addition of Frimpong, Kerkez, and potentially Simons could signal the dawn of a bold new era at Anfield.
Liverpool fans will be watching closely as the summer unfolds — and if these deals are completed, the Reds could be even stronger contenders next season, both domestically and in Europe.
Slot Keen on Xavi Simons as Midfield Solution
New Liverpool manager Arne Slot is believed to be a huge admirer of Xavi Simons, viewing him as the ideal midfielder to inject goals, creativity, and dynamism into the heart of Liverpool’s lineup.
One of the Reds’ biggest shortcomings in recent seasons has been a lack of goals from midfield, and Simons — with his flair, vision, and ability to influence games in the final third — could be the perfect remedy. His versatility to operate both as a playmaker and a scorer makes him a valuable asset in Slot’s system.
Crucially, Simons would arrive at Anfield into a familiar environment, with a strong Dutch contingent already in place. With Virgil van Dijk, Cody Gakpo, and Ryan Gravenberch all established in the squad, and Slot himself taking the reins, the transition from the Bundesliga to the Premier League could be a smooth one for the 21-year-old.
While Bayern Munich pose the strongest competition for his signature, Liverpool’s compelling project under Slot — combined with the promise of regular Premier League action and Champions League football — gives them a real chance of beating the German champions to one of Europe’s most exciting young talents.
