Liverpool’s summer is looking pretty exciting with all the transfer rumors floating around. Just 17 days before the market officially opens, there’s already talk of Bayer Leverkusen’s Jeremie Frimpong and Florian Wirtz possibly making moves to Anfield. Frimpong, a versatile Dutch player who can play as a full-back or wing-back, is reportedly in discussions with Liverpool for a summer transfer. Negotiations are ongoing, and it seems like Frimpong is keen on the idea. If things keep moving at this pace and his release clause of around £30m gets activated, Leverkusen won’t have much to say about the transfer. On the other hand, Leverkusen might play hardball with attacking midfielder Florian Wirtz, demanding a whopping £125m for his services. The Reds have shown long-standing admiration for Wirtz, and talks have already started with the player and his family. It looks like a bidding war with Bayern Munich and Manchester City is on the horizon. Adding these Bundesliga stars to a squad that just clinched the Premier League title is an enticing prospect. Arne Slot, Liverpool’s head coach, must be scratching his head trying to figure out his starting XI with all these new options.
Defense seems pretty sorted with Virgil van Dijk and Ibrahima Konate forming a solid partnership in central defense. However, questions linger about Konate’s contract situation, which expires in 2026. The club has been in talks to extend his contract, but nothing concrete has materialized yet. It’s crucial to secure Konate’s future to avoid losing him for free down the line. Milos Kerkez has caught the eye of Liverpool scouts as a potential left-back addition, completing a revamped defense for the upcoming season. In midfield, Ryan Gravenberch and Alexis Mac Allister have been impressive as a double pivot. Still, the Reds might need to find cover for them to avoid burnout. The attacking midfield spot seems reserved for Wirtz if he chooses Liverpool over other suitors. It’ll be interesting to see how Slot manages the rotation between Wirtz, Szoboszlai, and Curtis Jones in that role.
Upfront, Mohamed Salah is a guaranteed starter, but his absence during the Africa Cup of Nations will require a reshuffle. Wirtz’s versatility could see him slotting into a more advanced role while Szoboszlai takes over midfield duties. On the wings, Cody Gakpo and Luis Diaz provide quality options, with Diaz edging out Gakpo based on his goal and assist contributions. The striker position remains a bit uncertain, with neither Jota nor Nunez inspiring much confidence. A new No.9 might be on the cards, with Julian Alvarez being a potential target to complete Liverpool’s dream XI. Despite the uncertainties and complexities of the transfer market, Liverpool fans can look forward to an exciting summer ahead.
