Unpicking the latest Frimpong reports

AS THE RUMOUR MILL HEATS UP, WE TAKE A LOOK AT SOME OF THE HEADLINES

- By STEPHEN KILLEN

REPORTS surrounding Bayer Leverkusen full-back Jeremie Frimpong have ramped up following transfer links to Liverpool.

The Reds are gearing up to lose their record-breaking right-back Trent Alexander-Arnold when his contract expires at the end of the season.

Arne Slot's side face an important period as they look to continue their growth and development after winning the Premier League in his debut season.

A lot of focus has been placed on Liverpool's summer recruitment, with the Reds facing a desire to bolster the squad at the back and in forward areas, with Darwin Nunez and Federico Chiesa's futures on Merseyside uncertain.

The Holland full-back has faced increasing scrutiny over his future at Bayer Leverkusen after enjoying success under Xabi Alonso, where they won the Bundesliga and German Cup last season.