The latest Liverpool transfer news as the full-back is closing in on a summer move to Anfield
21:30, 17 May 2025Updated 21:30, 17 May 2025
Liverpool are closing in on a move for Bayer Leverkusen defender Jeremie Frimpong(Image: Stuart Franklin/Getty Images)
Liverpool are closing in on their first signing of the summer transfer window – even before it has officially opened. Unlike last year, it is expected to be a busier one for Arne Slot.
With Trent Alexander-Arnold leaving on a free transfer at the end of June, the Reds have wasted no time in bringing in a possible replacement in the form of Jeremie Frimpong.
Liverpool have been heavily linked with the full-back over the last week, and it seems that a deal has moved quickly over the last few days.
The 24-year-old currently plays for German side Bayer Leverkusen and has scored five times and provided six further assists in 33 Bundesliga appearances so far this season.
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With a lot of talk surrounding a move for Frimpong, here is the latest on a move to Anfield ahead of the 2025/26 season.
Release clause
Various reports claim that Bayer Leverkusen have been infirmed that Liverpool will trigger the €35 million (£29.5m) release clause.
It seems that the Reds have beaten off any competition for the full-back with a move moving another step closer.
The ECHO reported on Saturday that Liverpool were ‘closing’ on a deal for Frimpong.
Contract agreement
The Athletic report that Frimpong has agreed a five-year contract with Liverpool ahead of a potential move.
The agreement will see the full-back commit to Liverpool until 2030.
Medical scheduled
With an agreement reached, the full-back will now undergo a medical ahead of signing the paperwork on his move to the club.
It has, however, not been confirmed when the medical will be, although it is likely to be soon with Liverpool looking to get the deal done as soon as possible.
Transfer hint
Amid the talk over a move to Liverpool, Frimpong was not included in the Bayer Leverkusen squad for the final Bundesliga match of the season on Saturday.
The German side drew 2-2 with FSV Mainz.
After the game, Frimpong broke his silence on social media, sharing posts from Leverkusen’s final game of the campaign, including pictures saluting the travelling supporters as well as an embrace with outgoing manager and defender Xabi Alonso and Jonathan Tah.