Liverpool in battle with Man Utd to sign Jeremie Frimpong
Liverpool They are supposedly in a battle with manchester united over a deal to sign Bayer Leverkusen star Jeremie Frimpong this summer, according to Soccer insider information.
The 23-year-old has been enjoying a stellar campaign under Xavi Alonso this season, scoring 12 goals and registering 10 assists in 35 appearances in all competitions.
Leverkusen have been chasing the title this season and are also in the hunt to win the European League and DFB Cup. Thus, Alonso's team has a chance to win the treble and Frimpong has been an integral part of the German club's impressive season.
So, it seems that after being impressed by Frimpong's eye-catching performances for Leverkusen this season, several big English clubs have shown interest in signing him, including Man Utd and Liverpool.
According to the report of Soccer insider informationLiverpool are “interested” in signing Frimpong and could reach a concrete agreement for next season. The report further claims that the full-back has a £35million release clause included in his current contract and the Merseyside club believe signing the Leverkusen star for this fee would be a “bargain”.
Battle
However, Soccer insider information claims Man Utd are also planning a raid for Frimpong and are ready to offer stiff competition to Liverpool to secure any potential deal for him.
Frimpong has flourished in his Leverkusen career as a full-back but, Erik ten Hag He likes to play with a back four system, so the Dutch international might not be an ideal signing for Man Utd to strengthen their defence.
On the other hand, with Jurgen Klopp Liverpool, who will leave his managerial position at Anfield after this season, will appoint a new manager before next season. Alonso was reportedly mentioned as their top target, but following the Spaniard's decision to remain at Leverkusen, Liverpool have now shifted their focus towards alternative options with Ruben Amorim emerging as a serious target.
Amorim plays on the wing between the three defenders, so Frimpong would be better prepared to play in the Sporting CP coach's system. Therefore, it would be better for the Dutch international to join Liverpool than Man Utd if the Reds eventually appoint Amorim as their new manager.
