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Liverpool have been highly active this summer, as they prepare to defend their Premier League title under manager Arne Slot.
Florian Wirtz — Club‑record arrival
Liverpool have completed a blockbuster signing of German midfield prodigy Florian Wirtz from Bayer Leverkusen. The deal was officially closed in June, with an initial guaranteed fee of around £100 million, potentially rising to £116.5 million with add‑ons—making him Liverpool’s most expensive signing ever. Wirtz has passed his medical and signed a five‑year contract . His arrival, following in the footsteps of Jeremie Frimpong with whom he spent several seasons at Leverkusen, signals a bold statement of intent from the Reds .
Jeremie Frimpong — Defensive reinforcement
Frimpong has already arrived from Leverkusen for approximately £29.5 million, and debuted in the FA Community Shield, scoring for Liverpool in a 2–2 draw (eventually losing on penalties) .
Milos Kerkez — Left‑back secured
Liverpool have also secured Bournemouth’s left‑back Milos Kerkez in a deal reportedly worth around £40 million, finalized in June after advanced talks and bonus structure negotiations . Media reports suggest the cost could rise to £45m, with personal terms agreed .
Attacking ambitions — Isak interest continues
Despite already strengthening midfield and defense, Liverpool haven’t slowed their pursuit of attacking options. Swedish striker Alexander Isak is a primary target. He reportedly submitted a formal transfer request to Newcastle and is training separately, with speculation of a British-record £120 million bid—though the Toon value him closer to £150m .
Defense continues to evolve
Liverpool are also in talks to bolster central defense. Crystal Palace centre-back Marc Guehi has emerged as a target, with discussions underway—though no agreement has been finalized yet . Additionally, an 18-year-old centre-back, Giovanni Leoni, is set to join from Parma for about £26m plus add-ons .
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Summary
Liverpool’s summer overhaul has already seen them:
Break their club transfer record with Florian Wirtz
Reinforce full-back positions with Frimpong and Kerkez
Continue pushing for striking reinforcements, including Isak
Seek central defensive reinforcements, pursuing Guehi and Leoni
This flurry of activity underscores a strategic rebuild tailored for immediate success and long-term sustainability, with Arne Slot now facing the challenge of integrating this new core into a high-performing squad.
