Liverpool have officially completed the signing of Dutch international Jeremie Frimpong from Bayer Leverkusen in a €35 million (£29.5m) deal. The 24-year-old right back has signed a five-year contract at Anfield. The announcement came just hours after the Reds confirmed that Trent Alexander-Arnold would be joining Real Madrid ahead of the FIFA Club World Cup.<\/p>
Notably, Frimpong starred in Bayer Leverkusen’s historic Bundesliga title win in 2023–24 and helped the team to a runners-up finish in 2024–25. Though Frimpong is widely seen as Alexander-Arnold’s direct replacement, sources close to the club suggest Slot views the player as a versatile option, capable of operating both at right-back and further forward on the flank.<\/p>
The transfer fee will be paid in three annual instalments, with the deal taking effect upon the opening of the transfer window on June 1. Frimpong’s release clause was triggered by Liverpool following months of scouting and long-term interest. The club had previously attempted to bring him into their academy setup over a decade ago, before he joined Manchester City’s youth system.<\/p>
Frimpong’s signing also strengthens Liverpool’s Dutch contingent as the right-back joins forces with national teammates Virgil van Dijk, Cody Gakpo, and Ryan Gravenberch. Having come through Manchester City’s ranks, the full-back also qualifies as a home-grown player under Premier League regulations.<\/p>