Frimpong is known for his speed, strong attacking runs, and solid defending.
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Liverpool Football Club has signed Dutch defender Jeremie Frimpong from Bayer Leverkusen for £29.5 million on a five-year contract.
The 24-year-old joins the team just after the club confirmed that long-time right-back Trent Alexander-Arnold will be leaving to play for Real Madrid in time for the Club World Cup.
Frimpong is expected to take over his position in Liverpool’s defense.
⚽ A Rising Star
Frimpong helped Bayer Leverkusen win the German Bundesliga title in the 2023–2024 season and played in 53 matches across all competitions last season as they finished second.
He is known for his speed, strong attacking runs, and solid defending.
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Before playing in Germany, Frimpong came through Manchester City’s youth system, moved to Celtic in 2019, and then joined Leverkusen in 2021.
🛡️ New Challenges Ahead
At Liverpool, Frimpong will compete for a starting spot with Conor Bradley, a young defender from Northern Ireland who recently signed a new contract with the club.
He will also join a growing group of Dutch players at the club, including Virgil van Dijk, Cody Gakpo, and Ryan Gravenberch.
🔍 More Big Signings Coming?
Liverpool is also in talks to sign another Bayer Leverkusen star, Florian Wirtz, a 22-year-old forward from Germany.
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