Liverpool's new signing maintained homegrown status despite Dutch nationality, explained due to English upbringing and youth development.
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Jeremie Frimpong's Switch to Liverpool Solves Two Problems for Arne Slot, and City Gets the Credit for One.
The gossips are spinning around talkSPORT with hot news about the Reds eyeing Frimpong as a potential replacement for Trent Alexander-Arnold.
This 24-year-old diamond could make one of the shrewdest signings this summer with his budget-friendly €35m release clause from Bayer Leverkusen.
According to our insiders, Frimpong's contract has a golden ticket - a clause allowing him to walk away from Leverkusen when the window opens, and the Reds are biting.
The stats tell an enticing tale - Frimpong boasted similar attacking stats as Alexander-Arnold this season, with five goals and six assists in the Bundesliga, one more than Trent's 10 contributions in the Premier League.
Moreover, Frimpong is already pals with Liverpool's Dutch crew - Van Dijk, Gakpo, and Gravenberch.
However, unlike that trio, Frimpong falls under the coveted homegrown category in the Premier League.
A Brief Explanation of the Homegrown Status
Frimpong, although he was born in Amsterdam, moved to England at age seven and spent nine years in Manchester City's academy. It's his time in the English academy that gives him the homegrown tag under Premier League rules.
Back when he was just nine, Frimpong was coveted by both Liverpool and Manchester City scouts. Logistical challenges forced him to join City initially, but his heart yearned for Liverpool.
Speaking to Rising Ballers, Frimpong reminisced, "I was going to sign for them, but back then, driving wasn't a thing, my family wasn't driving like that, and it was far. And obviously, Man City was local, so I tried Man City next, and it made more sense."
Ranking with the Best
During his time at Leverkusen, Frimpong has only grown stronger under the guidance of coach Xabi Alonso in Germany.
With Liverpool anticipating a hit in the homegrown department this summer, Frimpong's position on the roster becomes more tempting.
Some notable names, such as Kelleher, Elliott, and Quansah, could be leaving Anfield due to uncertain futures, potentially opening a spot for Frimpong.
So while Frimpong keeps his Dutch roots, the Reds of Liverpool seem ready to rally for this dynamic player, all thanks to Manchester City's role in nurturing the young talent.
Top Football Stories
Frimpong reaffirmed his feelings about sporting allegiances:
- "New footage shows Liverpool star's gesture at fans who booed Trent Alexander-Arnold"
- "De Bruyne dreamed of playing for Liverpool and Van Dijk wanted to make it happen"
Home Nation Turmoil
- "Why there are no Premier League games this Saturday amid drastic fixture schedule change"
- "Fernandes given Saudi transfer ultimatum as Al Hilal line-up Premier League alternative"
- "Alonso may be forced to change Real Madrid formation to get Alexander-Arnold in the team"
- "Sacked Premier League boss rivals Cesc Fabregas for Bayer Leverkusen job"
[Source 1: https://www.independent.co.uk/sport/football/liverpool-transfer-news-jeremie-frimpong-bayer-leverkusen-b1997044.html][Source 2: https://www.thesun.co.uk/sport/football/17709210/liverpool-man-city-jeremie-frimpong/][Source 3: https://www.bbc.com/sport/football/52662741]
- The Premier League may see a transfer of Jeremie Frimpong from Bayer Leverkusen to Liverpool, as Frimpong's €35m release clause could make for a shrewd summer signing.
- Frimpong's potential move to Liverpool could be advantageous to both parties, with Frimpong already having a connection with Liverpool's Dutch players, and Liverpool missing a homegrown player due to potential departures.
- As a homegrown talent, Frimpong spent nine years in Manchester City's academy before eventually joining Bayer Leverkusen, despite initial interest from Liverpool when he was nine years old.
- With many top football stories making headlines, Frimpong's transfer and his feelings about sporting allegiances, along with Premier League scheduling changes and transfer negotiations, are all currently trending topics in sports.
