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Liverpool Prospect Jarell Quansah Poised for Career Progression Amid Bayer Leverkusen Interest

Jarell Quansah’s journey through professional football has been far from ordinary. Just three seasons ago, the towering centre-back was gaining valuable minutes on loan at Bristol Rovers. Now, he is part of a Liverpool side crowned Premier League champions under Arne Slot’s stewardship, and attracting serious interest from Bayer Leverkusen.

Speaking during England U21 duty ahead of their group clash with Slovenia, Quansah offered a glimpse into his mindset. “I’m not getting too high or too low with anything,” he said. “I think I can take massive learnings from the three seasons I’ve had in professional football. From Bristol Rovers until now, to put perspective and look back I’m in a very good position to take the next step.”

It is that very “next step” which is beginning to take shape away from Merseyside, as Bundesliga champions Bayer Leverkusen assess a potential move for the 22-year-old. Their interest comes at a time when Liverpool have placed an estimated £35 million valuation on Quansah, a figure reflective of his development, physical attributes and potential future value.

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Slot’s Trust Fuels Defensive Maturity

Arne Slot’s faith in young talent was a feature of his Feyenoord reign and has continued at Liverpool. Slot’s title-winning debut campaign was underpinned by a structured, high-pressing game, and Quansah’s ability to step into possession, cover space and remain composed under pressure has earned him the nod ahead of Ibou Konate on the opening day of the Premier League season. However, after being took off at half-time, Quansah never really made it back into the starting lineup regularly – starting just four league games.

Though competition remains stiff in Liverpool’s back line, Quansah has shown he belongs in elite company. His blend of composure, athleticism and aerial presence has made him a trusted figure during a crucial transitional year at Anfield.

Bayer Leverkusen’s Model and Premier League Appeal

Bayer Leverkusen are not simply shopping for squad depth. With Erik Ten Hag now in the dugout, the German side will be looking to reclaim the Bundesliga title next season after failing to retain their crown this season.

Still, Liverpool will be reluctant to let go easily. With Ibrahima Konaté’s fitness record under scrutiny and Virgil van Dijk approaching the latter stages of his career, keeping Quansah could be both a sporting and financial decision. Slot may view the defender not just as depth, but as a future cornerstone of Liverpool’s backline.

Quansah Focused on Development Amid Speculation

As interest builds, Quansah remains grounded. “It comes with working hard and staying focused on what I can control,” he said. “As for the future, it’ll put me in the best stead if I just keep my head down and keep working.”

That mentality may be exactly why both Liverpool and Bayer Leverkusen see him as a long-term asset. Whether he continues his development at Anfield or takes a bold step into the Bundesliga, Jarell Quansah’s trajectory is clearly upward.