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Telegraph
20 hours ago
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- Telegraph
Liverpool land £29.5m Jeremie Frimpong and close in on Florian Wirtz
Liverpool are expected to sign Florian Wirtz having submitted a club-record £109 million bid for the Germany international and announced the signing of his Bayern Leverkusen team-mate Jeremie Frimpong for £29.5 million. In what is already turning out to be a statement summer from the Premier League champions it is understood that Milos Kerkez remains hopeful that they will also sign him. Bournemouth are asking for £45 million for the 21-year-old Hungary international left-back although they have yet to receive a formal approach from Liverpool. If Liverpool sign all three players it will take their spending to £184 million with months of the window to go. Given Liverpool tried to sign Kerkez's now former Bournemouth team-mate Dean Huijsen, who chose to join Real Madrid instead and who had a £50 million release clause in his contract, it would suggest they are also in the market for a central defender this summer. The signings can expect to be balanced with outgoings but having spent relatively modestly last summer, beyond goalkeeper Giorgi Mamardashvili for up to £29 million, who remained at Valencia for a season, and £10 million for Federico Chiesa, there are significant funds to invest. Having completed the signing of Frimpong, after triggering the release clause in the 24-year-old's contract, there is a growing expectation that Liverpool will now also secure Wirtz. Their bid, the second they have submitted, still falls short of the £126.5 million that Leverkusen have been demanding which would be a record fee paid by a Premier League club. However, there is a strong sense that Liverpool will succeed and buy the 22-year-old who had been of interest to Manchester City and Bayern Munich. Earlier this month sources suggested that the playmaker was more likely to sign for Bayern but the scale of the deal makes that unlikely. Crucially, Wirtz has also made it clear that he wants to join Liverpool and informed Bayern of his decision last week. Sources suggest that Leverkusen, who would prefer not to sell to their Bundesliga rivals, are now happy with the fee being offered by Liverpool, which includes add-ons, and are in the process of negotiating how those payments will be made. It is expected the add-ons will not be too challenging and include qualifying for the Champions League. Liverpool could pay a higher overall package with more costly add-ons, but they would then include winning competitions such as the Premier League and Champions League. Wirtz, who is going on international duty with Germany for the Nations League finals, has just won the Bundesliga player of the year award for the second successive season, with 16 goals and 15 assists, and personal terms will not be an issue for Liverpool. The fee for Wirtz would eclipse the £85 million that Liverpool paid to sign Darwin Nunez in 2022 and would be the second most expensive in the Premier League after Chelsea paid Brighton & Hove Albion £115 million for Moises Caicedo. Nunez, meanwhile, is expected to leave this summer with interest in him from the Saudi Pro-League who are also keen on bringing in Luis Diaz. Liverpool are less open to selling the Colombian. Frimpong seen as an attacking option not just a full-back Liverpool have continued talks with Leverkusen over a five-year deal for Wirtz having negotiated the signing of Frimpong with the fee for that transfer being paid in three separate instalments. The move will be completed when the transfer window opens on June 1 with Frimpong signing a five-year contract. In a statement to the club's website, Frimpong said of the move: 'It went quite easy. Liverpool came and said they had interest, and obviously for me it was a no-brainer. For me, it was like, 'Whatever you guys do, just get this done', [speaking to] my agents: Just get this done.' 'Liverpool fans, I'm going to give my all, my energy, my work-rate and hopefully we can win together, we celebrate together, get everything together. 'I'm just excited to be here. Thank you guys for accepting me and I won't let you guys down and I'll give you the energy that you guys want.' 😮💨🇳🇱 — Liverpool FC (@LFC) May 30, 2025 Frimpong is not regarded as a like-for-like replacement for Trent Alexander-Arnold, whose move to Real Madrid in time for him to play at the forthcoming Club World Cup has been finalised after a £10 million package was agreed. Although Frimpong can play as right-back Liverpool believe they already have a number of options for that position – including Conor Bradley who recently signed a new four-year contract - and see Frimpong as a player who can be used anywhere on the right flank. This includes using him as a wing-back and also a right-winger which could become important given Mohamed Salah is expected to represent Egypt at the Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco which starts on December 21 and runs until January 18. Liverpool's interest in Frimpong is long-standing and, in fact, they came close to signing him to the club's academy 15 years ago when he was nine years old. Instead he began his youth career with City, and spent nine seasons there, although Liverpool continued to track him including when he moved to Celtic and on to Leverkusen. Frimpong, who helped Leverkusen win their first-ever German title along with Wirtz in 2023-24, becomes the fourth Netherlands international at Liverpool with Virgil van Dijk, Ryan Gravenberch and Cody Gakpo already in the squad. There is also the Dutch head coach Arne Slot.
BBC News
2 days ago
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- BBC News
Gossip: Kerkez agrees personal terms with Liverpool
Bournemouth full-back Milos Kerkez has already agreed to join Liverpool and there no concerns over personal terms for the 21-year-old Hungary international. (Fabrizio Romano), externalWant more transfer stories? Read Thursday's full gossip columnFollow the gossip column on BBC Sport
Yahoo
3 days ago
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- Yahoo
Fabrizio Romano: £40m Target has ‘Already Said Yes' to Liverpool Move
Liverpool Target Milos Kerkez as Tsimikas Nears Exit: Reds Eye £40m Move for Bournemouth Star Liverpool's recruitment drive under new manager Arne Slot is beginning to gather pace, and the left-back position is now firmly in focus. As reported by renowned transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, the Reds are making strong progress in their pursuit of AFC Bournemouth's Milos Kerkez, a 20-year-old Hungarian international tipped for a big future in European football. Advertisement Romano revealed on X: 'Understand Milos Kerkez has already said yes to Liverpool project, no issues on personal terms. Club to club talks underway with Liverpool also busy on Florian Wirtz deal but in regular contact with Bournemouth. Deal absolutely on.' With Kostas Tsimikas likely to leave Anfield this summer, and Leeds United reportedly interested in acquiring the Greek left-back, Liverpool appear to be making an assertive move to secure long-term depth and competition in a vital area of the pitch. Kerkez Ready for Liverpool Challenge Kerkez has impressed during his time with Bournemouth, showing maturity beyond his years and a willingness to adapt to Premier League intensity. Liverpool's scouting team have monitored him closely, and Slot is believed to be an admirer of his high work rate and attacking instincts — characteristics that have defined Liverpool's full-backs in the modern era. Advertisement While no agreement has been reached between the clubs yet, the reported £40million fee suggests Liverpool are serious about their intentions. Negotiations remain active, with Romano's latest update pointing to steady progress: 'Club to club talks underway with Liverpool also busy on Florian Wirtz deal but in regular contact with Bournemouth.' Photo: IMAGO Robertson to Stay and Compete Despite the transfer interest and speculation, Andy Robertson's future remains secure at Anfield. The Scotsman is expected to stay and fight for his place, ensuring Liverpool maintain quality and depth at left-back heading into the 2025/26 season. Advertisement This planned competition could play a critical role in maintaining intensity within the squad, especially as Slot prepares for another domestic title push and European football. With Tsimikas edging closer to the exit door, Liverpool's swift movement in the market shows the club is keen to avoid any gaps in key positions. Youth Meets Ambition at Anfield The addition of Kerkez would fit Liverpool's recent strategy of investing in young, high-potential talent with Premier League experience. Aged just 20, he's already built a solid reputation for his dynamic play on the flank and tenacity in one-on-one defensive situations. Slot's preference for fluid, front-footed football means Kerkez could thrive in a system where full-backs are given licence to influence the game in both halves. This transfer also follows a pattern — Liverpool's successful mix of experience and youth has proved crucial in recent years, and adding Kerkez into that mould could continue the trend. Tsimikas Exit Appears Imminent While the Reds look to the future, the departure of Kostas Tsimikas will mark the end of a valuable chapter. The Greek international has been a dependable option and played his part in Liverpool's domestic and European successes. With Leeds United ready to make a move, and the player open to regular first-team football, his exit seems a natural next step. Photo: IMAGO Slot's decision to let Tsimikas go, while investing heavily in Kerkez, highlights both confidence in the incoming talent and a clear tactical direction for the season ahead. Our View – Anfield Index Analysis As Liverpool supporters, it's hard not to feel excited about this development. Milos Kerkez looks like a perfect fit for our squad — young, hungry, experienced in the league, and already giving the green light to the move. The fact that personal terms are already sorted is massive — it shows he's fully on board with what Arne Slot is building at Anfield. Advertisement Slot has just delivered a Premier League title in his first season, and his influence is clearly being felt off the pitch too. To bring in a player like Kerkez, who has shone at Bournemouth and has all the tools to grow into one of Europe's best full-backs, is another big statement of intent. It also shows smart planning. Andy Robertson is staying, and with Kerkez arriving, we've got strong depth for the challenges ahead. This isn't just about now, it's about securing that position for years to come. Tsimikas leaving will be sad — he's been a cult hero in his own right — but upgrading while making a good sale is just smart business. Leeds is a good move for him, and we wish him well. As for Kerkez, it feels like the start of something special. Welcome to Anfield, Milos? It's looking more likely by the day.
Business Upturn
3 days ago
- Business
- Business Upturn
Liverpool reach personal terms with Milos Kerkez; Club talks underway
Liverpool have reached an agreement with Bournemouth's left-back Milos Kerkez on personal terms. By Ravi Kumar Jha Published on May 28, 2025, 18:47 IST Liverpool have reached an agreement with Bournemouth's left-back Milos Kerkez on personal terms. The club to club talks are underway for the defender. The Reds and Arne Slot rates the left-back high on their list for the next season, and thus, they are working hard to get it done even before the start of the window. Liverpool have made a significant step in their pursuit of Bournemouth's highly-rated left-back Milos Kerkez, reaching an agreement with the player on personal terms. Talks between the two clubs are currently ongoing as the Reds aim to finalise the deal ahead of the summer transfer window. New head coach Arne Slot is a strong admirer of the Hungarian international and has placed Kerkez high on his list of transfer priorities. The 20-year-old impressed during his debut Premier League season with the Cherries, showcasing defensive maturity and attacking flair that have caught the attention of several top clubs. Liverpool are eager to strengthen their defensive options, and with question marks surrounding the future and fitness of some of their current full-backs, the club views Kerkez as a long-term solution. The Merseysiders are pushing to complete the deal early, underlining their intent to back Slot in reshaping the squad for the upcoming campaign. Ravi kumar jha is an undergraduate student in Bachelor of Arts in Multimedia and Mass Communication. A media enthusiast who has a strong hold on communication and he also has a genuine interest in sports. Ravi is currently working as a journalist at
News18
3 days ago
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- News18
Transfer News: Liverpool Set To Sign Milos Kerkez As Deal Nears Completion
Last Updated: Liverpool is set to sign Bournemouth's Milos Kerkez and has agreed on personal terms with the defender. Liverpool have almost wrapped up the formalities to sign Bournemouth defender Milos Kerkez. Having become the English champions for the record 20th time, the Reds have already started planning for the next season. With Arne Slot looking to bolster his defence, they are closing in on a deal with Bayer Leverkusen right-back Jeremie Frimpong. The Dutchman completed his match as a Liverpool player next week. According to transfer market specialist Fabrizio Romano, the Premier League champions have already agreed on personal terms with left-back Kerkez. The deal could be made official in the coming week. 'My information, guys, is that Kerkez already has an agreement on personal terms with Liverpool. So, just some small details to be clarified. And then Liverpool are in contact with Bournemouth," Romano confirmed on his YouTube channel. 'Liverpool is still working on this one. So not only Frimpong, but Liverpool are also in active conversations for Kerkez, and this week, the conversations will continue to get the deal done," he added. Former Premier League manager Gordon Strachan believes that if Kerkez arrives at Anfield, he might help Andy Robertson deliver his best performances once again. 'Regardless of how Andy Robertson has played for Liverpool this season, he's been such a huge asset for club and country over the past few years. He's not been as effective for Scotland as they don't have the same calibre of players that Liverpool does. I think if Liverpool were to sign Milos Kerkez, it could kickstart Robertson up again and end up putting another couple of years on his career at the club," Strachan said. 'Liverpool's first official bid for Florian Wirtz over a €100m package with add-ons has been received by Bayer Leverkusen. Club-to-club negotiations are underway, restarting today to get the deal done very soon. Wirtz already told Bayer that he only wants Liverpool," Romano said. Liverpool finished their Premier League campaign last Sunday with a 1-1 draw with Crystal Palace at home. First Published: May 28, 2025, 14:23 IST
