‘I know they’ve looked at him’: Ex-Utd scout details club’s plans for longstanding ‘special’ target
Manchester United have been linked with Jeremie Frimpong on countless occasions in recent years, though they have yet to ever materialise their interest with a formal approach or bid.
Now, with the 24-year-old confirmed to have a release clause worth £34 million embedded into his contract, Fabrizio Romano categorised him as ‘one to watch’ heading into the summer window.
Frimpong – hailed as a ‘special’ talent by manager Xabi Alonso – has been considered one of the most renowned attacking full-backs in Europe for several years now. His numbers at Bayer Leverkusen speak for themself, as he has notched 47 goal contributions (22 goals and 25 assists) in the Bundesliga alone since 2020/2021.
His most prolific campaign, perhaps unsurprisingly, came during Leverkusen’s scintillating unbeaten feat last season, during which they won 28 matches and drew six to finish atop the table with a 17-point advantage over second-placed Stuttgart.
The time has passed for United and Frimpong
However, United’s acquisition of Noussair Mazraoui last summer combined with Ruben Amorim’s preference for Diogo Dalot means a right-sided wing-back is unlikely to be targeted unless either is sold.
As well as that, there are doubts over Frimpong’s defensive capabilities, and if there’s one league that’s going to see him caught out for falling short, it’s England’s top-flight.
Ex-Red Devils scout Mick Brown weighed in on the prospect of United pursuing the Dutch international and the likelihood of a deal coming to fruition. He told Football Insider: “He’s a very, very attack-minded wing-back, but there are questions about him defensively.
“I’m not sure how well that would work at right-back in the Premier League, and I’m sure that’s something these clubs are also taking into account.
“He had an impressive season when they won the league, but I don’t think he’s anything special. I’m not convinced Man United will be too keen on him either.
“I know they’ve looked at him and he’s a name on a list, but only in that he’s a right-wing-back playing in Europe, so it would be strange if they hadn’t looked at him.
“I’d be surprised if he was their first choice, we’ll put it that way.”
Topics
-
Chelsea, Man Utd Get Boost as No Club Yet to Make Formal Offer for £35M-Rated PSG Target
Last October, reports indicated that Paris Saint-Germain had identified River Plate’s Franco Mastantuono as a top transfer target. If the Ligue 1 club pushes forward with a deal, they might have ...Yahoo Sports - 5h -
Liverpool in regular contact with Bayer Leverkusen’s Jeremie Frimpong
Sport Bild reports that Liverpool are in regular contact with Bayer Leverkusen wing-back Jeremie Frimpong as the Dutchman looks for a move in the summer.It has previously been reported that ...Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Crystal Palace counter Manchester City interest in midfielder as club’s stance on summer sale revealed
Crystal Palace are under no pressure to sell Manchester City target Adam Wharton in the summer, as per a new report.Wharton has been linked with a summer switch to the Etihad Stadium, with the ...Yahoo Sports - 5d -
Manchester United need permission from airport authorities before progressing with new stadium plans
Manchester United have grand plans for a new 100,000-seater stadium to replace Old Trafford with the designs already out on social media.The design incorporates the trident design from the club ...Yahoo Sports - 2d -
'I turned down offer to leave Man Utd in summer'
Manchester United skipper Bruno Fernandes says he could have left the club last summer.Yahoo Sports - 5d -
I turned down offer to leave Man Utd in summer - Fernandes
Manchester United skipper Bruno Fernandes says he could have left the club last summer.BBC News - 5d -
Chelsea agree to sign Manchester United target Geovany Quenda from Sporting
Deal for 17-year-old winger worth about £42m Chelsea also want Dario Essugo from Sporting Chelsea have flown under the radar to agree a shock deal worth about €50m (£42.1m) for the Sporting ...The Guardian - 4d -
Galatasaray Devise Bold Plan to Keep Man Utd, PSG Target With €75M Clause Long Term
Paris Saint-Germain have been linked with Osimhen for the past two transfer windows, and with the summer window still months away, speculation about a potential move is already picking up.Now at ...Yahoo Sports - 4d -
“Stupid things” – Sir Jim Ratcliffe hits out at “very poor decisions” at Man United in last 12 years
Manchester United co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe has spoken out on his relationship with the Glazers and some of the decisions that have gone on at the club in recent years.Ratcliffe insists he has a ...Yahoo Sports - 4d
More from Yahoo Sports
-
Jay Bilas predicts Wisconsin basketball’s NCAA Tournament to end in an upset loss
ESPN college basketball analyst Jay Bilas gave his prediction for Wisconsin's NCAA Tournament fateYahoo Sports - 24m -
Jay Bilas predicts Wisconsin basketball’s NCAA Tournament to end in an upset loss
ESPN college basketball analyst Jay Bilas gave his prediction for Wisconsin's NCAA Tournament fateYahoo Sports - 24m -
3 reasons why Packers signed Mecole Hardman: Change coming in Jayden Reed's role?
Mecole Hardman could provide real value for the Packers both on offense and on special teams.Yahoo Sports - 24m -
3 reasons why Packers signed Mecole Hardman: Change coming in Jayden Reed's role?
Mecole Hardman could provide real value for the Packers both on offense and on special teams.Yahoo Sports - 24m -
Commanders WR Noah Brown did not want to be anywhere else
Washington Commanders wide receiver Noah Brown is healthy and excited to return in 2025.Yahoo Sports - 24m
More in Sports
-
Jay Bilas predicts Wisconsin basketball’s NCAA Tournament to end in an upset loss
ESPN college basketball analyst Jay Bilas gave his prediction for Wisconsin's NCAA Tournament fateYahoo Sports - 24m -
Jay Bilas predicts Wisconsin basketball’s NCAA Tournament to end in an upset loss
ESPN college basketball analyst Jay Bilas gave his prediction for Wisconsin's NCAA Tournament fateYahoo Sports - 24m -
3 reasons why Packers signed Mecole Hardman: Change coming in Jayden Reed's role?
Mecole Hardman could provide real value for the Packers both on offense and on special teams.Yahoo Sports - 24m -
3 reasons why Packers signed Mecole Hardman: Change coming in Jayden Reed's role?
Mecole Hardman could provide real value for the Packers both on offense and on special teams.Yahoo Sports - 24m -
Commanders WR Noah Brown did not want to be anywhere else
Washington Commanders wide receiver Noah Brown is healthy and excited to return in 2025.Yahoo Sports - 24m