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Leverkusen Launch Bold Move for 22-Year-Old Amid Liverpoolâs Big-Money Pursuit as Centre-Back Talks Hit Wall
Liverpool Face Defensive Shake-Up as Leverkusen Step Up Pursuit of Quansah
Liverpool could be drawn back into the transfer market for a defender, with Jarell Quansah now attracting serious interest from Bayer Leverkusen.
As reported by Kicker, the Bundesliga runners-up have identified the 22-year-old as their prime candidate to replace Jonathan Tah, who recently completed a move to Bayern Munich.
Quansah, who featured in 25 matches across all competitions last season and played a key role in Liverpoolâs Premier League triumph under Arne Slot, is currently representing England at the U21 European Championship in Slovakia.
Meanwhile, negotiations between Liverpool and Leverkusen are gaining momentum, with a potential deal exceeding âŹ30 millionâone that could make Quansah the most expensive defender in Leverkusen’s history.
Defensive Uncertainty Mounts as Leverkusen Intensify Quansah Pursuit
Liverpoolâs defensive situation is growing increasingly complex. Ibrahima KonatĂŠ is reportedly demanding a 40% pay rise, yet contract talks have stalled with no breakthrough in sight. Meanwhile, Joe Gomez is drawing interest from rival Premier League sides, further complicating matters for head coach Arne Slot as he looks to solidify his backline heading into his second season.
Amid the uncertainty, Jarell Quansah has emerged as a standout figure. Though he hasnât spoken publicly, his rapid rise and standout performances have firmly placed him at the top of Bayer Leverkusenâs wishlist.
If Leverkusen succeed in their pursuit, it would mark yet another deal between the two clubs this summerâfollowing Jeremie Frimpongâs move to Anfield and ongoing links to Florian Wirtz, for whom an agreement is reportedly already in place.
The urgency to reinforce is clear. Liverpool have also been linked with Brentfordâs Nathan Collins, the ever-present Ireland international who played every minute of Premier League action last season.
While nothing is finalized yet, with Leverkusen ramping up their efforts, it would take a significant bid to lure QuansahâLiverpoolâs No. 78âaway from Anfield before the window closes.