Liverpool Eyeing Ait-Nouri as Potential Left-Back Addition Amid Transfer Preparations
Though the summer transfer window officially opens on June 1, Liverpool are already active behind the scenes, laying groundwork for potential signings.
David Ornstein recently revealed that talks to bring Bayer Leverkusen right-back Jeremie Frimpong to Anfield are progressing, with growing optimism that the Dutchman will join the Premier League giants next season.
At the same time, Bundesliga journalist Christian Falk reported that Florian Wirtz’s representatives met with Liverpool officials in the northwest of England. Renowned reporter Paul Joyce also hinted that the club could make a compelling move to lure the German playmaker.
In addition to those targets, Liverpool are also monitoring Wolves left-back Rayan Ait-Nouri, according to sources close to Empire of the Kop.
Liverpool Set to Compete for £45m-Rated Ait-Nouri
The Reds are expected to face stiff competition from Arsenal, Manchester City, Tottenham, and AC Milan for Ait-Nouri, who’s valued between £40m and £45m. Wolves are currently working on a new deal to extend the Algerian’s contract until 2030 and significantly boost his wages.
Despite that, Liverpool are believed to be preparing to open negotiations for the 23-year-old, who is reportedly open to a move to a top Premier League club — though his future will largely depend on how talks unfold with Wolves.
Ait-Nouri Viewed as a Potential Game Changer
Even with interest in Milos Kerkez, Liverpool’s new sporting director Richard Hughes is keeping options open, and Ait-Nouri is high on the radar. The Algerian enjoyed a standout season at Molineux, tallying five goals and seven assists.
A tactical analysis by Tactics Journal described Ait-Nouri as a “game changer when allowed to roam,” a role he could thrive in under incoming manager Arne Slot.
Data from FBref supports that view — Ait-Nouri ranks among the top 3% of full-backs in Europe’s top five leagues for successful dribbles, top 9% for touches in the opposition box, and top 16% or better for assists, shots, non-penalty goals, and progressive carries.
With attributes similar to those of Andy Robertson and Trent Alexander-Arnold, Ait-Nouri could be a dynamic addition to Liverpool’s full-back options. Should the Kerkez pursuit stall, the Wolves star may quickly become the club’s primary target for strengthening the left side of defense.