Barcelona eye Frimpong as January solution to full‑back shortage

Barcelona have identified Dutch international Jeremie Frimpong as a prime target ahead of the January transfer window, with the Catalan club reportedly prepared to meet a £35 million offer for the Liverpool full‑back. The Spanish giants aim to bolster their defensive flanks as the Dutchman, of Ghanaian descent, looks for regular first‑team football.

Barcelona seek pace and depth

The Spanish club are looking to strengthen their full‑back options, valuing Frimpong’s explosive pace, attacking threat and ability to contribute in the final third. His reputation as one of Europe’s most dangerous attacking defenders adds to the appeal.

Frimpong has struggled to cement a regular place at Liverpool, finding it difficult to fit into head coach Andoni Iraolas tactical plans. The inconsistency has limited his minutes on the Merseyside side.

Speculation has grown that the Dutch‑Ghanaian could consider leaving Merseyside in search of regular first‑team football. He is said to be open to a move to Barcelona, hoping the Catalan giants can revive his career.

Liverpool are reportedly prepared to listen to offers in January rather than block a potential departure. The Reds would sanction his exit if a bid in the region of £35 million is received.

Frimpong first made his name at Bayer Leverkusen, where he was a key figure in Xabi Alonso’s historic 2023/24 campaign. He helped the German side win the Bundesliga and DFB‑Pokal and reach the Europa League final.

His performances earned regular call‑ups for the Netherlands national team, further enhancing his standing as a top attacking full‑back. Both clubs see the January window as the ideal moment to act.