Liverpool may have to dip back into the transfer market for defensive reinforcements, as Bayer Leverkusen have intensified their pursuit of Jarell Quansah.
According to Kicker, the Bundesliga side—who finished second last season—have identified the 22-year-old as their prime replacement for Jonathan Tah, who recently joined Bayern Munich. Quansah, who made 25 appearances across all competitions and played a part in Liverpool’s Premier League-winning campaign under Arne Slot, is currently representing England in the Under-21 European Championship in Slovakia.
Negotiations between the two clubs are underway, and the deal could exceed €30 million. If completed, it would mark the most expensive defensive signing in Leverkusen’s history.
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Liverpool’s backline could see further changes, as Quansah’s potential departure coincides with growing uncertainty around other key defenders. Ibrahima Konaté is reportedly demanding a 40% salary increase, but talks over a new contract have stalled. Joe Gomez is also drawing attention from rival Premier League clubs, leaving manager Arne Slot with a possible shortage at centre-back going into his second season in charge.
Although Quansah has yet to speak publicly about his future, his standout performances have clearly placed him at the top of Leverkusen’s wishlist.
If the transfer is finalized, it would continue a trend of business between the two clubs—Liverpool recently secured Jeremie Frimpong and have been closely linked with Florian Wirtz, for whom an agreement is reportedly in place.
Liverpool may need to respond swiftly. They’ve been linked with a possible move for Brentford’s Nathan Collins, a 24-year-old Republic of Ireland international who featured in every Premier League match last season.
The coming weeks should provide more clarity, but with Leverkusen pushing hard, it may require a significant offer to lure Quansah—Liverpool’s No.78—away from Anfield
