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Yahoo
11 hours ago
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Journalist: Liverpool ‘Reach Full Agreement' to Sell €30m Star
Jarell Quansah to Bayer Leverkusen: Liverpool's Youth Exodus Continues Liverpool and Bayer Leverkusen have reached a full agreement over the permanent transfer of Jarell Quansah, in a deal worth €30 million plus add-ons. According to Florian Plettenberg, the 22-year-old defender will sign a contract with the Bundesliga champions until 2030, with a medical scheduled for next week. The deal is considered 'done' and signals yet another major development in Liverpool's squad transition under Arne Slot. Strategic Move from Leverkusen Leverkusen had identified Quansah as their primary replacement for Jonathan Tah, whose likely departure had created a vacancy in Erik Ten Hag's back line. That clarity of vision, and swift movement in the market, allowed them to close the deal quickly and decisively. Quansah, who was reportedly on Leverkusen's radar since May, is seen as a long-term asset capable of growing into a central role at the BayArena. What Liverpool Lose in Quansah For Liverpool, this marks the departure of a homegrown talent who made significant strides last season. Quansah broke into the first team during an injury-hit campaign and made over 20 appearances across competitions. His composure and defensive maturity impressed both fans and pundits, drawing comparisons to some of Liverpool's more seasoned defenders. Advertisement While not a guaranteed starter, Quansah provided depth and showed flashes of a future Anfield mainstay. His sale, reportedly at €30 million with additional clauses, represents strong business, yet might leave some supporters questioning the decision to cash in so early. Photo: IMAGO Arne Slot's Defensive Vision Arne Slot's first season at Liverpool saw the club reclaim the Premier League title, but squad evolution remains high on the agenda. With question marks over Ibrahima Konaté's long-term fitness, the decision to allow Quansah to leave will likely be followed by an incoming centre-back. Liverpool's recruitment team is believed to be working on multiple defensive profiles, including a left-footed centre-back to complement Virgil van Dijk and Jarell Quansah's now-vacant role as a right-sided option. Slot appears focused on players who suit a more progressive, ball-dominant style. Quansah's departure gives the club both space in the squad and funds to act swiftly in the market. Quansah's Future in Germany Moving to a club managed by Xabi Alonso, Quansah will join a side that plays progressive, high-intensity football, which could help elevate his tactical development. Bayer Leverkusen offer Champions League football, a title-winning dressing room and a platform for regular minutes in a top-five league. Advertisement Quansah's exit may sting for Liverpool, but from his perspective, this is a move that ticks all the right boxes: top-level exposure, a clear path to starting football and an environment conducive to further growth. Our View – Anfield Index Analysis For many Liverpool fans, Quansah's sale feels like another example of the club's increasing willingness to part with promising academy products at premium value. After watching the 22-year-old grow throughout last season, especially with his calm performances in high-pressure fixtures, it is hard not to feel a tinge of disappointment. Supporters will remember his standout performance against Tottenham at Anfield and his resilience in cup ties where his defensive contributions often went unnoticed by the wider media. He wasn't flashy, but he was dependable. Advertisement There's logic to the move, of course. €30 million for a player who, realistically, would have remained fourth-choice next season is undeniably strong business. Yet emotionally, fans hoped to see another Scouser develop into a mainstay. From a tactical standpoint, Slot may favour a more ball-playing defender with pace on the recovery. If the funds help bring in someone like Gonçalo Inácio or Leny Yoro, then there's method in the decision. But unless a new name comes through the door this summer, it's a big gamble to offload a player who had already adapted to the system and Premier League tempo. Time will tell if this is a smart pivot or a regrettable loss.
Yahoo
11 hours ago
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🚨 Reports: Record signing on the way, Bayer to spend the Wirtz millions
Bayer Leverkusen will receive a lot of money for the transfer of Florian Wirtz, but they must also strengthen their squad following the departures of the attacking player as well as Jonathan Tah, Jeremie Frimpong, and Odilon Kossounou. A record signing for the defense is now reportedly confirmed. According to the English 'Telegraph' and 'Sky' reporter Florian Plettenberg, the club has agreed with Liverpool FC on a transfer fee for center-back Jarell Quansah. According to the 'Telegraph', 35 million euros will be paid to the Reds, making the 22-year-old Leverkusen's record signing. Previously, this was Kerem Demirbay, for whom Bayer paid a sum of 32 million euros to Hoffenheim in 2019. Advertisement Quansah can be seen as immediate help on one hand, but on the other hand, he also has great development potential. He is currently with England at the U21 European Championship. For Liverpool, he played in 25 competitive matches last season, although he only accumulated 1,290 minutes (just under 52 minutes per game). At Bayer, he now needs to take the next step and develop into a regular player. This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇩🇪 here. 📸 Dan Mullan - 2025 Getty Images
Yahoo
13 hours ago
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Bayer Leverkusen could complete Jarell Quansah signing in 48 hours
Bayer Leverkusen could reach an agreement with Liverpool to buy Jarell Quansah in the next 48 hours, according to Fabrizio Romano. Both clubs are nearing the end of negotiations, whilst the defender has already said yes to the move to B04. Advertisement It's understood that the final fee will be around £30m, plus £5m in add-ons. The English international is high on the priority list for new head coach Erik ten Hag, as he sets out to put his B04 vision in motion. The central defender will likely slot into the starting XI for Leverkusen, taking the vacant space of Jonathan Tah, who recently moved to Bayern Munich. What's more, this deal for the defender will not be a part of the Florian Wirtz transfer. Instead, they'll both be treated as separate transfers. At this point, both Liverpool and Bayer Leverkusen should be well aware of each other's negotiating skills. If the Quansah deal comes to fruition, it will be the third transfer between the two clubs this summer. GGFN | Jamie Allen
The Independent
14 hours ago
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- The Independent
Is Bayern Munich v Boca Juniors on TV? How to watch Club World Cup game for free
Bayern Munich face Boca Juniors after their record-breaking victory in the Club World Cup. Vincent Kompany's side put 10 past semi-pro outfit Auckland City, with braces for Kingsley Coman and ex-Crystal Palace forward Michael Olise, before Jamal Musiala's hat-trick. In their second match of Group C, Bayern face Boca Juniors. Los Xeneizes drew 2-2 with Benfica on Monday, with three red cards in a game that saw the Argentine side squander a two-goal lead. Former Manchester United midfielder Ander Herrera, now 35, will miss the game after being sent off in the game. Bayern are one of the favourites for the tournament, with former Bayer Leverkusen centre-back Jonathan Tah securing an assist on his debut earlier in the week. Here's all you need to know about watching the contest: When and where is Bayern Munich v Boca Juniors? Bayern Munich face Boca Juniors at 9pm ET in Miami on Friday, 20 June. That is 2am BST on Saturday 21 June. The match will take place at the Hard Rock Stadium, which is the home of NFL team Miami Dolphins. How to watch the Club World Cup DAZN will be broadcasting each match of the tournament live, from the opener up to and including the final, for free in the UK. All users can watch a live stream on television and mobile devices, all they need to do is sign up for the company's DAZN Freemium service, with the option to watch ad-free coverage for £14.99. Users can watch DAZN from anywhere by using the DAZN App on TVs, smartphones and any device with a web browser. The streaming service has hired several footballing legends as part of it's coverage team, with Ronaldo Nazario, Claude Makelele, Sami Khedira, John Obi Mikel and Christian Vieri among the former players to feature on the punditry line-up, alongside Shay Given and Premier League striker Callum Wilson. Ade Oladipo, Kelly Somers and Olivia Buzaglo will act as hosts for the coverage alongside former Football Italia presenter James Richardson. And Conor McNamara will head the commentary team, with former Premier League players Andros Townsend, Michael Brown, Brad Friedel, Rob Green and Danny Higginbotham among the notable co-commentators. Club World Cup schedule and results GROUP STAGE Saturday, June 14 Group A: Al Ahly 0-0 Inter Miami Sunday, June 15 Group C: Bayern Munich 10-0 Auckland City Group B: Paris Saint-Germain 4-0 Atlético Madrid Group A: Palmeiras 0-0 Porto Group B: Botafogo 2-1 Seattle Sounders Monday, June 16 Group C: Chelsea 2-0 LAFC Group D: Boca Juniors 2-2 Benfica Group C: Flamengo 2-0 Espérance de Tunis Tuesday, June 17 Group F: Fluminense 0-0 Borussia Dortmund Group E River Plate 3-1 Urawa Red Diamonds Group F: Ulsan HD 0-1 Mamelodi Sundowns Group E: Monterrey 1-1 Inter Milan Wednesday, June 18 Group G: Manchester City 2-0 Wydad AC Group H: Real Madrid 1-1 Al Hilal Group H: Pachuca 1-2 FC Salzburg Group G: Al Ain 0-5 Juventus Thursday, June 19 Group A: Palmeiras 2-0 Al Ahly Group A: Inter Miami 2-1 Porto Group B: Seattle Sounders 1-3 Atletico Madrid Group B: Paris Saint-Germain 0-1 Botafogo Friday, June 20 Group C: Benfica vs. Auckland City, 12 p.m. ET, (5 p.m. BST) (Orlando) Group D: Flamengo vs. Chelsea, 2 p.m. ET, (7 p.m. BST) (Philadelphia) Group D: LAFC vs. Espérance de Tunis, 6 p.m. ET, (11 p.m. BST) (Nashville) Group C: Bayern Munich vs. Boca Juniors , 9 p.m. ET, (2 a.m. BST) (Miami) Saturday, June 21 Group F: Mamelodi Sundowns vs. Borussia Dortmund, 12 p.m. ET, (5 p.m. BST) (Cincinnati) Group E: Inter Milan vs. Urawa Red Diamonds, 3 p.m. ET, (8 p.m. BST) (Seattle) Group F: Fluminense vs. Ulsan HD, 6 p.m. ET, (11 p.m. BST) (East Rutherford) Group E: River Plate vs. Monterrey, 9 p.m. ET, (2 a.m. BST) (Pasadena) Sunday, June 22 Group G: Juventus vs. Wydad AC, 12 p.m. ET, (5 p.m. BST) (Philadelphia) Group H: Real Madrid vs. Pachuca, 3 p.m. ET, (8 p.m. BST) (Charlotte) Group H: FC Salzburg vs. Al Hilal, 6 p.m. ET, (11 p.m. BST) (Washington) Group G: Manchester City vs. Al Ain, 9 p.m. ET, (2 a.m. BST) (Atlanta) Monday, June 23 Group B: Atlético Madrid vs. Botafogo, 3 p.m. ET, (8 p.m. BST) (Pasadena) Group B: Seattle Sounders vs. Paris Saint-Germain, 3 p.m. ET, (8 p.m. BST) (Seattle) Group A: Inter Miami vs. Palmeiras, 9 p.m. ET, (2 a.m. BST) (Miami Gardens) Group A: Porto vs. Al Ahly, 9 p.m. ET, (2 a.m. BST) (East Rutherford) Tuesday, June 24 Group C: Benfica vs. Bayern Munich, 3 p.m. ET, (8 p.m. BST) (Charlotte) Group C: Auckland City vs. Boca Juniors, 3 p.m. ET, (8 p.m. BST) (Nashville) Group D: Espérance de Tunis vs. Chelsea, 9 p.m. ET, (2 a.m. BST) (Philadelphia) Group D: LAFC vs. Flamengo, 9 p.m. ET, (2 a.m. BST) (Orlando) Wednesday, June 25 Group F: Borussia Dortmund vs. Ulsan HD, 3 p.m. ET, (8 p.m. BST) (Cincinnati) Group F: Mamelodi Sundowns vs. Fluminense, 3 p.m. ET, (8 p.m. BST) (Miami) Group E: Inter Milan vs. River Plate, 9 p.m. ET, (2 a.m. BST) (Seattle) Group E: Urawa Red Diamonds vs. Monterrey, 9 p.m. ET, (2 a.m. BST) (Pasadena) Thursday, June 26 Group G: Wydad AC vs. Al Ain, 3 p.m. ET, (8 p.m. BST) (Washington) Group G: Juventus vs. Manchester City, 3 p.m. ET, (8 p.m. BST) (Orlando) Group H: Al Hilal vs. Mexico Pachuca, 9 p.m. ET, (2 a.m. BST) (Nashville) Group H: FC Salzburg vs. Real Madrid, 9 p.m. ET, (2 a.m. BST) (Philadelphia) ROUND OF 16 Saturday, June 28 Match 49: Winners of Group A vs. Runners of Group B (Philadelphia) Match 50: Winners of Group C vs. Runners of Group D (Charlotte) Sunday, June 29 Match 51: Winners of Group B vs. Runners of Group A (Atlanta) Match 52: Winners of Group D vs. Runners of Group C (Miami) Monday, June 30 Match 53: Winners of Group E vs. Runners of Group F (Charlotte) Match 54: Winners of Group G vs. Runners of Group H (Orlando) Tuesday, July 1 Match 55: Winners of Group F vs. Runners of Group E (Atlanta) Match 56: Winners of Group H vs. Runners of Group G (Miami) QUARTER-FINALS Friday, July 4 Match 57: Winners of Match 49 vs. Winners of Match 50 (Philadelphia) Match 58: Winners of Match 53 vs. Winners of Match 54 (Orlando) Saturday, July 5 Match 59: Winners of Match 51 vs. Winners of Match 52 (Atlanta) Match 60: Winners of Match 55 vs. Winners of Match 56 (East Rutherford) SEMI-FINALS Tuesday, July 8 Match 61: Winners of Match 57 vs. Winners of Match 58 (East Rutherford) Wednesday, July 9 Match 62: Winners of Match 59 vs. Winners of Match 60 (East Rutherford) FINAL Sunday, July 13
New York Times
a day ago
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- New York Times
Bayer Leverkusen close to Jarell Quansah agreement with Liverpool
Bayer Leverkusen are close to reaching an agreement with Liverpool for defender Jarell Quansah. Though no formal bid has yet been made, talks are progressing for a deal being done for just north of €40million (£34m; $45.8m) and personal terms are not anticipated to be an issue. The Athletic reported on June 11 that Leverkusen were considering a move for Quansah following the departure of Jonathan Tah to Bayern Munich, while Odilon Kossounou is not expected to return the club following his season-long loan at Atalanta, with the deal including an option to make the move permanent. Advertisement Liverpool have already been in talks with Leverkusen to sign midfielder Florian Wirtz, who is set for a medical with the English side later this week, and after triggering the release clause of full-back Jeremie Frimpong, whose arrival was announced last month. Quansah is away with the England Under-21s at the European Championship in Slovakia and spoke about his development ahead of Sunday's goalless draw with Slovenia. 'I think I can take massive learnings from the three seasons I've had in professional football,' the 22-year-old said. 'From Bristol Rovers (on loan in 2023) until now, to put perspective and look back, I'm in a very good position to take the next step. It comes with working hard and staying focused on what I can control.' If completed, a deal for Quansah would represent a record transfer fee for Leverkusen, exceeding the €32m (£27.1m; $36.7m) paid to Hoffenheim for the signing of Kerem Demirbay in 2019. Liverpool had previously not been looking to sell Quansah and rejected an approach for the defender from Newcastle United last summer. A product of Liverpool's academy, Quansah spent the second half of the 2022-23 season on loan at Bristol Rovers before making his debut for Liverpool in August 2023. He went to enjoy a breakout campaign, replacing Ibrahima Konate as regular in the heart of defence alongside Virgil van Dijk. He made 25 appearances in all competitions last season but saw his game time drastically reduced, only starting five matches in the Premier League as Liverpool won the title in head coach Arne Slot's first season at the club. Quansah has played 55 games for Liverpool in total, scoring three times and providing three assists. He has been capped 11 times by England at under-21 level but is yet to feature for the senior team, though he was called up to Thomas Tuchel's first squad for World Cup qualifiers against Albania and Latvia. Advertisement Analysis by Liverpool correspondent Gregg Evans Moving to a club like Leverkusen, who will be playing in the Champions League next year and chasing domestic honours, is a good switch for Quansah. The centre-back is desperate to feature regularly after struggling for game time last season and he should get that opportunity in Germany. Leverkusen are known for giving youngsters the opportunity to realise their full potential and Quansah is a player bursting with talent. After getting a taste of top-flight football at Liverpool under Jurgen Klopp, he was focused on kicking on, but last season felt like a setback as he was forced to watch most of the campaign from the sidelines. His aim in 2025-26 is to get more minutes and give himself a chance of making the England squad for the World Cup next summer. If he moves, Liverpool will look for a replacement and have a short list of options. With Konate still in talks over a new contract and Van Dijk only extending his deal late into last season, Liverpool have been carefully considering centre-backs for some time. ()
