LIVERPOOL IS ON HIGH ALERT! ARNE SLOT IS IN 'CONSTANT COMMUNICATION' WITH JEREMIE FRIMPONG AS THE €40M BAYER LEVERKUSEN STAR CONSIDERS A MOVE AWAY FROM GERMANY
Slot in ‘Regular Contact’ with Frimpong as €40m Star Plots Summer Exit
New Liverpool manager Arne Slot is in “regular contact” with Bayer Leverkusen wing-back Jeremie Frimpong, according to Sky Germany, as the Dutch coach pushes to activate the 23-year-old’s €40m (£34m) release clause. The explosive defender, who contributed 14 goals and 12 assists last season, is reportedly eager to reunite with Slot in the Premier League after his Bundesliga title-winning campaign.
Key Details: Frimpong’s Clause and Slot’s Vision
Release Clause Active: Frimpong’s €40m exit clause can be triggered until June 30, with Liverpool prepared to meet the fee.
Slot’s Priority: The Reds’ boss views Frimpong as a perfect fit for his high-octane system, which relies on dynamic full-backs. Slot previously targeted the Dutch-born star while at Feyenoord.
Tactical Flexibility: Capable of playing right-back, wing-back, or even as a winger, Frimpong’s speed (ranked in the Bundesliga’s top 5 for sprints) and creativity would offer Trent Alexander-Arnold competition—or freedom to transition into midfield.
Why Leverkusen Expect a Sale
Despite Frimpong’s pivotal role in Leverkusen’s historic unbeaten treble, CEO Fernando Carro has openly acknowledged the clause makes his departure “likely.” The club is already scouting replacements, including PSV’s Jordan Teze.
Competition Alert: Real Madrid, Man Utd Circling
Real Madrid: Monitoring Frimpong as a long-term successor to Dani Carvajal.
Man Utd: Newly appointed boss Thomas Tuchel admires the defender’s versatility but faces budget constraints.
Frimpong’s camp has hinted his preference is Liverpool, where Slot’s project and guaranteed European football appeal.
Fan Reactions: Mixed Emotions
Liverpool supporters: “Imagine Frimpong and Robertson bombing forward. Chaos for defenders!”
Leverkusen faithful: “Heartbreaking, but we knew this day would come. Legend status secured.”
Strategic Implications for Liverpool
Securing Frimpong would signal Slot’s intent to evolve Liverpool’s playstyle, prioritizing width and transition speed. His €40m fee is seen as a bargain compared to rivals’ valuations (e.g., Achraf Hakimi, valued at €70m+).
What’s Next?
Liverpool aim to finalize terms before pre-season, with Frimpong’s medical potentially scheduled for early July. Personal terms are not expected to be an issue, with the player keen on the move.
Final Insight
Frimpong’s potential arrival at Anfield epitomizes Slot’s proactive approach. For €40m, Liverpool would land one of Europe’s most electrifying defenders—a savvy deal in a market inflated by Saudi spending. As one agent noted: “This is a steal. Slot’s getting a cheat code.”
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