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Liverpool complete Frimpong signing as summer rebuild gains pace

Frimpong’s transfer is now official, Kerkez wants the move, a formal bid for Wirtz has been submitted, and talks for Ekitike continue. Liverpool enter the summer with a clear strategy.

A jersey not yet worn and a nameplate left behind frame the quiet tension of tactical succession.

Trent Alexander-Arnold’s move to Real Madrid has triggered a major reshuffle at Liverpool. The club has now completed its first signing of the window, with Jeremie Frimpong arriving from Bayer Leverkusen to take over the right-back position.

Frimpong joins for €35 million to fill right-back role

Jeremie Frimpong has officially signed for Liverpool. The 24-year-old Dutch right-back joins from Bayer Leverkusen for a reported fee of €35 million. All formalities have been completed, and both clubs have confirmed the deal. Liverpool had already agreed personal terms with the player earlier in the process.

Frimpong arrives as a direct replacement for Alexander-Arnold and will now compete with Conor Bradley for the right-back spot. Known for his electric pace and attacking output, Frimpong played a key role in Leverkusen’s unbeaten title-winning season under Xabi Alonso. He is seen as a perfect tactical fit for Arne Slot’s high-tempo system.

Kerkez eager to join Liverpool

Attention now shifts to the left side of defence, with Milos Kerkez identified as the top target. The 21-year-old stood out at Bournemouth during the 2024–25 season, helping the club to its best-ever Premier League finish.

According to Fabrizio Romano, personal terms have already been agreed and Kerkez is pushing to join Liverpool. Talks continue between the two clubs over a final fee. His physicality and proactive style make him a strong candidate to succeed Andrew Robertson.

Official bid submitted for Wirtz

Florian Wirtz remains Liverpool’s priority in midfield. Sky Germany, Bild, and The Athletic all confirm that Liverpool have submitted a formal offer to Bayer Leverkusen. Negotiations are progressing, with Liverpool aiming to complete the deal before the season begins.

Wirtz was one of the Bundesliga’s most inventive and intelligent midfielders last season. His positional versatility and pressing ability align well with Arne Slot’s tactical vision.

One foot over the line, Kerkez hovers between promise and departure in Liverpool’s left-back pursuit.

Talks initiated for Ekitike

Hugo Ekitike is also on Liverpool’s radar as the club look to add depth to their attacking options. The Eintracht Frankfurt striker has attracted interest from several clubs, and L’Équipe and Sport Bild report that Liverpool have held early talks with the player’s representatives. However, Chelsea are also in the race, making the competition more intense.

Measured and high-impact strategy

Frimpong’s arrival marks the first completed move in what promises to be a highly targeted summer. Liverpool are pursuing a position-by-position reinforcement strategy focused on long-term tactical cohesion and athletic profiles.

A sealed envelope rests beside an empty tactics sheet — a future unchosen yet pulling at the present.

With Frimpong confirmed, Kerkez pushing for a transfer, Wirtz under negotiation, and Ekitike being monitored closely, Liverpool are executing a purposeful rebuild following Alexander-Arnold’s departure.