Jarell Quansah is expected to make a high-profile move from Liverpool to Bayer Leverkusen, according to Fabrizio Romano.
The young centre-back has verbally agreed to personal terms with the Bundesliga giants.
The move is currently in the final stages, with both clubs rapidly advancing towards permanent deals worth a £30 million add-on.
The defender emerged as one of Liverpool’s most promising academy alumni in recent seasons, impressing both Jurgen Klopp and Arneslot.
Liverpool decides to Jarrel Quanza
With Liverpool being significantly restructured under the slot, it appears the club is ready to sanction Quansah’s departure for a substantial fee.
Quansah is expected to compete for a starting role in the central defense, especially as Leverkusen prepares for a busy season with domestic and continental challenges.
His arrival is extremely important for the German club, which lost star defender Jonathan Tar to Bayern Munich this summer.
Under the leadership of Eric Ten Hag, Bayer Lebaxen is building for the future, while challenging the league title.
For Liverpool, it is a financially sound exit. For Leverkusen, it’s an investment in one of England’s most exciting young defenders.
The 22-year-old defender only made 13 appearances in the Reds’ Premier League last season.
Quansah needs more play time
With Virgil van Dik and Ibrahima Conate at the club, playing time is very limited for English defenders.
The transition to Leverkusen gives him the opportunity to not only provide him with an active role in the first team, but also to support his profile as a player and play in another league that promotes the game.
Along with Quanza, Andy Robertson was able to reach Anfield this summer after raising interest from Atletico Madrid.
Harvey Elliott is another Reds player facing an uncertain future at the club.
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