Liverpool transfer news: Florian Wirtz, Gakpo and Milos Kerkez

By: Richard Forrester

May 29, 2025

Liverpool are braced for a busy transfer window as Arne Slot looks to build on his maiden Premier League title win.

The champions failed to make a signing last summer and therefore have cash to spend on adding quality.

There is little doubt that their rivals will delve into the transfer window to bolster their squads.

Therefore, it’s a necessity that Liverpool do the same, as attentions quickly turn to defending their title success.

Here’s a rundown of the latest news from across Europe.

Liverpool face transfer competition for Florian Wirtz

Florian Wirtz looked to be closing in on a move to Anfield, which is likely to be the high-profile switch of the summer.

A deal to sign the talented Germany international could reach £113million following his sensational season in the Bundesliga for Bayer Leverkusen.

Liverpool had already stolen a march on Bayern Munich and Manchester City, with personal terms already agreed.

However, reports in Spain claim there is still a glimmer of hope that Wirtz will become a Real Madrid player.

His former Leverkusen manager, Xabi Alonso, has just been unveiled as the new head coach of Los Blancos.

And he is thought to be the driving force in attempting to convince the 22-year-old that his future belongs alongside Trent Alexander-Arnold at the Bernabeu.

Bayern Munich given green light for Cody Gakpo

Bayern Munich can sign Cody Gakpo if the price is right, according to Dutch Sky Sports reporter Florian Plettenberg.

Liverpool would be open to selling the forward, particularly if the Wirtz deal goes through.

The report adds that Bayern Munich are one of three clubs Gakpo would consider leaving Liverpool for.

Gakpo, who scored 10 and assisted five in the Premier League last season, still has three years left on his contract.

Plettenberg claims Gakpo knows of Bayern’s interest and several enquiries have been made, but nothing concrete yet.

Jeremie Frimpong arrives in Liverpool

On Wednesday, Frimpong arrived on Merseyside to complete his move to Liverpool.

The Dutch wing-back is on the brink of finalising his transfer to the Reds as a replacement for Alexander-Arnold.

The 24-year-old is set to cost Liverpool around £29.5million and will provide competition for Conor Bradley on the right side of defence.

Frimpong has already passed his medical and has agreed on personal terms. It’s just a case of putting pen to paper ahead of becoming Liverpool’s first signing of the summer.

Milos Kerkez says yes to Liverpool transfer

That’s the words from self-proclaimed transfer guru Fabrizio Romano.

The Bournemouth defender looks braced to bolster Liverpool’s backline and provide fresh legs at left-back.

Andy Robertson cast doubt over his future by saying, “we’ll see where everyone stands” in a recent interview.

The Scottish international has been a great servant to the club, but Kerkez, who is 10 years younger, would be eyed as the ideal long-term replacement.

Romano claims there are no issues on personal terms, and Bournemouth are in regular contact with Liverpool over the deal.