Liverpool Confirms Signing Of Bayer Leverkusen Defender Jeremie Frimpong

‎Liverpool have completed the signing of defender Jeremie Frimpong from Bayer Leverkusen, marking Arne Slot’s first addition of the summer transfer window.

‎The Netherlands international, capable of operating along the right flank, has signed a three-year deal after Liverpool triggered his €35 million (£29.5 million) release clause.

‎The Reds’ move to snap up Frimpong quickly comes with the knowledge of Trent Alexander-Arnold departing Anfield at the end of the season to join Real Madrid.

‎The 24-year-old started his career as a youth at Manchester City before joining Celtic in 2019. He transferred to Leverkusen in January 2021 and quickly became a key player under Xabi Alonso.

‎He helped Leverkusen win the Bundesliga unbeaten last season and also contributed to their success in the DFB-Pokal.

‎Frimpong has made 190 appearances in total for Leverkusen, recording 30 goals and 44 assists during his stint in Germany.

‎Frimpong’s former club, Celtic, is said to be owed a portion of the transfer fee, with Sky Sports reporting the figure could be worth around £5 million.

‎Liverpool are also keen on Florian Wirtz, Frimpong’s former Leverkusen teammate, and, according to reports, have submitted a substantial bid for the playmaker.

‎Wirtz, whose transfer value could surpass £120 million, has already turned down interests from Bayern Munich this summer.

‎Meanwhile, Manchester City have withdrawn from the race to sign him.