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Liverpool might lose Trent Alexander-Arnold in the summer, but they're lining up a top quality replacement
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Liverpool are interested in signing "the second-best right-back in the world" this summer, who is available for a bargain price as they look for a Trent Alexander-Arnold replacement. With Alexander-Arnold's future at Liverpool still uncertain, with the Englishman's contract expiring in the summer, the Reds are looking at alternative players to bring to Anfield. Real Madrid remain the most likely destination for the right-back if he does leave. But while Conor Bradley has performed well for Arne Slot this term when called upon, the Premier League leaders are keen on adding a similar level of quality to Alexander-Arnold. They might not have to spend much in doing so, either, with a £33m deal potentially available. Bayer Leverkusen's Jeremie Frimpong - who ranked at no. 2 in Four Four Two's list of the best right-backs in the world right now, second to only Trent Alexander-Arnold - is reportedly being chased by Liverpool, following his impressive exploits in the Bundesliga over the past 18 months. The Dutch full-back proved integral to Xabi Alonso's side as they went unbeaten last term, with Frimpong scoring nine goals and making seven assists in the German top flight alone, though admittedly while playing as a wing-back. He has three goals and five assists this campaign. According to Teamtalk, Frimpong has a "gentleman's agreement" with Bayer Leverkusen allowing him to leave for just £33. 1m in the summer, with Liverpool interested in signing him. That price is the same as Frimpong's release clause in the summer of 2024, which has since expired. With the 24-year-old still having a contract at Leverkusen that will run until 2028, the cut-price deal reflects an agreement between the player and club. The best features, fun and footballing quizzes, straight to your inbox every week. Though there are reservations at Anfield over his suitability for playing in Arne Slot's system, the recruitment department still "appreciate" him for his versatility and ability to play effectively in both attack and defence. Transfermarkt values Frimpong at £41. 3m. In Four Four Two's view, if that gentleman's agreement is correct then £33. 1m is an absolute bargain for a player of Frimpong's quality. It seems unlikely that Leverkusen would be willing to let him leave for such a low price, however, with that agreement likely related to a more substantial transfer fee. Liverpool remain in Premier League action on Sunday when they head to the Etihad Stadium to take on Manchester City. Ryan is a staff writer for Four Four Two, joining the team full-time in October 2022. He first joined Future in December 2020, working across Four Four Two, Golf Monthly, Rugby World and Advnture's websites, before eventually earning himself a position with Four Four Two permanently. After graduating from Cardiff University with a degree in Journalism and Communications, Ryan earned a NCTJ qualification to further develop as a writer while a Trainee News Writer at Future. 'I have found myself again. At Manchester United, I continued working mentally and physically - I was preparing for this moment' United star provides insight to difficulties at Old Trafford 'When I came to Madrid, I thought that I was Messi and Cristiano in one body – I was a punk, a nobody': Real Madrid star reflects brutally on his younger self Is Nicolas Jackson injured this weekend? Premier League injury update on Chelsea striker
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