The latest Liverpool transfer news - Liverpool wants to sign Jeremie Frimpong as Trent Alexander-Arnold replacement. Real Madrid also wants the player.
Liverpool may have found their ideal candidate to replace Trent Alexander-Arnold if he leaves for Real Madrid. Recent reports suggest the long-serving right-back is close to signing a deal with the Spanish giants.
Alexander-Arnold has been an essential player for Liverpool over the years. The England international has made 333 appearances, scoring 20 goals and providing 85 assists. His creativity and vision have been vital to Liverpool's success.
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Replacing a player like Alexander-Arnold will be a big challenge. However, Liverpool seem prepared, as reports suggest Jeremie Frimpong of Bayer Leverkusen is their preferred target. Let us take a closer look at Frimpong and why Liverpool might consider him.
Liverpool transfer news - Liverpool wants to sign Jeremie Frimpong
According to the latest Liverpool transfer news on TEAMtalk, Liverpool wants to sign Jeremie Frimpong as the Reds have identified him as the ideal replacement for Alexander-Arnold. The Bayer Leverkusen star has been in excellent form this season. He has scored two goals and provided eight assists in 21 appearances across the Bundesliga and Champions League.
Frimpong is an attacking full-back who loves to get forward. His ability to contribute in the final third makes him a standout player. With 27 goals and 40 assists in 166 appearances for Leverkusen, he has better attacking numbers than Alexander-Arnold.
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Frimpong plays as a wing-back in a more advanced role, but he could adapt to Liverpool's system. His pace, dribbling, and creativity make him a perfect fit for Arne Slot’s’s attacking philosophy.
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Reports suggest Liverpool have already held discussions with Bayer Leverkusen. Although Frimpong is contracted until 2028, his future could depend on Leverkusen's summer plans. If head coach Xabi Alonso moves on, the German club might enter a transitional phase.
Liverpool will face a tough task replacing Alexander-Arnold if he departs. However, targeting a player like Frimpong shows they are planning for the future. His attacking qualities and potential make him an exciting option for the Reds.