Liverpool have reportedly entered the race to sign Bayer Leverkusen’s Jeremie Frimpong, potentially setting up a transfer tussle with Manchester United, who had previously shown interest in the Dutch right-back. According to multiple sources, discussions have begun between Liverpool and Frimpong’s agent, Dirk Hebel, amid ongoing speculation about the player’s future.
Last summer, Manchester United were linked with Frimpong when Erik ten Hag sought to bolster his right-back options. While Frimpong, a Manchester City Academy graduate, was a top target, United ultimately extended Diogo Dalot’s contract and later signed Noussair Mazraoui from Bayern Munich. Meanwhile, Frimpong renewed his own contract with Bayer Leverkusen, tying him to the Bundesliga side until 2028. Despite these moves, interest in Frimpong has persisted, with Liverpool now emerging as a serious contender.
Christian Falk of BILD, writing for Caught Offside, revealed that Frimpong’s agent attended Liverpool’s recent Champions League match against Leverkusen at Anfield, reportedly at the club’s invitation. This development fuels speculation that Liverpool is preparing a move for the dynamic full-back, who has a £33 million release clause in his new contract. With Trent Alexander-Arnold nearing the final six months of his current deal, Liverpool may be positioning Frimpong as a potential successor or alternative option.
Manchester United, on the other hand, appear less urgent in their pursuit of Frimpong, following the signing of Mazraoui and the departure of Aaron Wan-Bissaka to West Ham. However, new United manager Ruben Amorim’s tactical preference for a right-sided center-back has seen Amad and Dalot deployed as wing-backs, roles they are not entirely accustomed to. This has raised questions about whether United may reignite their interest in Frimpong, who is a natural fit in that position under Leverkusen boss Xabi Alonso.
Adding to the intrigue, Liverpool’s pursuit of Frimpong is bolstered by the presence of Dutch head coach Arne Slot, mirroring United’s Dutch connection when Ten Hag led their interest. With both clubs potentially vying for the talented 23-year-old, Frimpong’s next move could significantly shape the transfer narrative for the upcoming windows.
