Liverpool are interested in re-signing defender Jarell Quansah from Bayer Leverkusen amid his impressive season in the Bundesliga, according to reports.
The Reds only sold the centre-back for £35m last summer, but inserted a buy-back clause as part of the deal that becomes active in 2027.
Arne Slot’s side are exploring the market for a new centre-back to replace Ibrahima Konate, who could depart on a free transfer after the season when his contract expires.
The defending Premier League champions missed out on England international Marc Guehi, who joined rivals Manchester City last month, before agreeing a deal for Rennes starlet Jeremy Jacquet.
Liverpool Keen on Jarell Quansah’s Return
Jarell Quansah pushing Cole Palmer
According to journalist Pete O’Rourke, Liverpool can seal Quansah’s return to the club with a pre-agreed fee, with the contract and paperwork already in place for the move to go through in 2027.
Quansah was part of Liverpool’s major squad reshuffle last summer, which saw the Reds spend over £450m on new signings, including a club-record £125m fee for striker Alexander Isak.
The Merseysiders have also added the likes of Florian Wirtz, Hugo Ekitike and Milos Kerkez, while Luis Diaz, Darwin Nunez and Quansah were among those who made way.
Quansah has been a key player for Leverkusen since his arrival last summer, making 28 appearances across all competitions and scoring two goals.
The 23-year-old also made his debut for England last year, starting in the 2-0 win over Albania in a World Cup qualifier in November.
Quansah, praised as ‘incredible’, made only 58 senior appearances for Liverpool after graduating from the club’s academy, including 17 starts across his two seasons with the first team.
Liverpool Eyeing Mohamed Salah Replacement
Mohamed Salah
Liverpool are heading for another busy summer window amid a disappointing season under Slot and may look to bring in further reinforcements to their attacking options.
With Mohamed Salah remaining a target for Saudi Pro League dealmakers, the Reds could look to replace the Egyptian with a new arrival on the wing.
According to reports, Liverpool have identified RB Leipzig rising star Yan Diomande as a potential target and are among a host of English and European clubs monitoring the winger.
Diomande’s exceptional Bundesliga displays have turned heads across Europe this season, with the forward scoring seven goals and providing five assists in 19 appearances.
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