Liverpool Football Club is reportedly closing in on a deal to sign Bayer Leverkusen’s Jeremie Frimpong as a replacement for departing right-back Trent Alexander-Arnold. According to recent reports, advanced talks have been held between the Reds and Frimpong’s representatives, with a potential transfer fee of around £30 million, triggered by a release clause in his contract.
### Who is Jeremie Frimpong?
Frimpong, a 24-year-old Dutch international, has been making waves in the Bundesliga with his impressive performances for Bayer Leverkusen. He has excelled in a wing-back role, showcasing his speed, skill, and attacking prowess. With 37 goal involvements in the last two seasons, Frimpong has proven himself to be a valuable asset to any team.
### Comparison to Trent Alexander-Arnold
While Frimpong’s style differs from Alexander-Arnold’s, he boasts some impressive stats. For instance, Frimpong has a higher tackle success rate (71.7% vs 56.3%) and excels in one-on-one situations, averaging one successful dribble per 90 minutes. However, Alexander-Arnold’s creative quality, with six league assists this season, remains unmatched. Frimpong has registered five assists this season, with an average of 1.2 key passes per 90 ².
### Other Potential Options
Other contenders for the right-back position include:
– *Conor Bradley*: Liverpool’s 21-year-old academy player, who has shown promise but may need further development to fill Alexander-Arnold’s shoes.
– *Kyle Walker-Peters*: A free agent with experience playing for Southampton and Tottenham Hotspur, who could bring versatility to the role.
– *Givairo Read*: A 18-year-old Feyenoord player with Champions League experience, who could be a long-term investment.
– *Martim Fernandes*: A 19-year-old Porto player known for his creativity and big chance creation.
– *Trai Hume*: Sunderland’s 23-year-old right-back, who has been impressive in the Championship ³.
With Frimpong seemingly on the verge of joining Liverpool, the Reds are poised to address the void left by Alexander-Arnold’s departure. As the transfer window heats up, all eyes will be on Liverpool’s summer recruitment drive.
