Manchester City Establish Contact With Bayer Leverkusen Star: Good Move By Pep Guardiola? | OneFootball

LEVERKUSEN, GERMANY – MARCH 30: Jeremie Frimpong of Bayer Leverkusen runs with the ball during the Bundesliga match between Bayer 04 Leverkusen and TSG Hoffenheim at BayArena on March 30, 2024 in Leverkusen, Germany. (Photo by Lars Baron/Getty Images) (Photo by Lars Baron/Getty Images)

Frimpong has played a key role in Bayer Leverkusen’s success in the ongoing campaign. He has featured in 44 games, netting 14 goals and providing 12 assists. He is averaging 1.9 shots, 1.4 key passes, and 1.5 dribbles per game (stats via whoscored).

The Dutch right-back is an attack-minded defender, who likes to join the offense whenever his team is in possession. He has raw pace and incredible dribbling skills, which allows him to contribute firmly in both defence and attack. He is still young and can add more features to his game.

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Manchester City’s interest in Jeremie Frimpong is understandable as Kyle Walker has entered the twilight of his career. Though it won’t be easy to fill the veteran’s shoes, the ex-city player has the potential to perform the role with utmost perfection.

Frimpong has similar traits to Walker, however, one may question the quality. With great pace and an attacking mindset, the youngster would be a good fit in Pep Guardiola‘s side. He has a release clause of £34 million, which shouldn’t be an issue for the cash-rich club.

From Frimpong’s point of view as well, he might cherish returning to his old club. However, the Citizens will face competition from the likes of Arsenal, Real Madrid, Manchester United, and Aston Villa for the signing.