Liverpool new signings: Confirmed ins and outs for Summer 2025

Following a fantastic first season for Arne Slot, in which the Dutchman delivered Liverpool's first Premier League title since the 2019/20 campaign, fans, players, and management are full of optimism for the 2025/26 season, and it is not hard to see why.

In this article, we will bring you up to speed regarding Liverpool's summer acquisitions and departures.

With the sale of Darwin Nunez and Luis Diaz to Al Hilal and Bayern Munich, respectively, coupled with the unfortunate passing of Diogo Jota, Liverpool needed to strengthen in attack and certainly did that with a couple of big-name signings.

Trent Alexander-Arnold's move to Real Madrid also forced the Reds into the market for a right-back, while a new left-back was also brought in as a long-term successor to Andy Robertson.

Liverpool broke the British transfer record twice during the summer window, not to mention another big-money acquisition, with total spending across the market exceeding £400 million.

Of the new arrivals, only Hugo Ekitike has made an immediate impact, currently leading the club’s league scoring charts, while others have struggled for consistency, some hampered by injuries.

The season so far has not gone entirely to plan for the reigning Premier League champions, and Mohamed Salah’s controversial interview only added to the uncertainty surrounding the squad. Although the Egyptian has since apologised, questions over his future at the club remain.

It would therefore not be surprising to see Liverpool active again in the January transfer window, potentially seeking a replacement should Salah depart. But first, we review the business conducted during the summer.

Dutch wing-back Jeremie Frimpong arrived from Bayer Leverkusen – Photo by Imago

Contents

1 Liverpool's new 2025 summer signings
2 Liverpool confirmed arrivals of 2025 summer – Full list
3 Liverpool confirmed departures of 2025 Summer

Liverpool's new 2025 summer signings

Giorgi Mamardashvili (Valencia)

Liverpool actually agreed a deal to sign Giorgi Mamardashvili in the summer of 2024, but he was sent back on loan to Valencia in the 2024/25 campaign. The Reds have reportedly paid £29m, including add-ons for his services.

The goalkeeper will provide healthy competition for Alisson, having impressed at Euro 2024 with Georgia and at club level in La Liga.

Armin Pecsi (Puskas Akademia)

Liverpool have also signed another goalkeeper in Armin Pecsi, for a reported £1.5m. The Hungarian is certainly one for the future after being nominated for the 2025 Golden Boy award, but in the meantime, he is expected to feature regularly for the Under-21s.

Pecsi is a product of the famous Puskas Akademia, and it’s fair to say that he is an example of the good job they’ve been doing in Hungary.

Freddie Woodman (Preston)

Woodman is Liverpool's third acquisition between the sticks after joining from Championship side Preston on a free transfer. The Englishman is set to become Liverpool's third-choice shot-stopper.

Jeremie Frimpong (Bayer Leverkusen)

Liverpool activated Jeremie Frimpong's £29.5m release clause in his contract to sign him from Bayer Leverkusen. Frimpong is a player Slot knows well from his Dutch connections, and will hope that he settles in quickly at Anfield.

Florian Wirtz (Bayer Leverkusen)

Having been initially courted by Bayern Munich and Manchester City, it was Liverpool who ended up securing the services of Florian Wirtz for a staggering £116 million all-in.

Wirtz signed for Liverpool on June 20 and will be expected to play a key role in the Reds' quest for consecutive titles with his creativity and inventiveness in the final third.

Milos Kerkez (Bournemouth)

Liverpool have also completed the signing of left-back Milos Kerkez from Bournemouth for a reported transfer fee of £40m. The Hungary international has signed a long-term contract at Anfield, after impressing in the Premier League for the Cherries in the 2024/25 campaign.

Hugo Ekitike (Frankfurt)

Ekitike joined from Bundesliga side Frankfurt for a reported fee of £79m, including add-ons.

He was previously courted by fellow Premier League rivals Newcastle, but as soon as Liverpool swooped in with an interest themselves, he favoured a move to Anfield.

The Frenchman arrives on Merseyside off the back of an impressive 2024/25 campaign, where he notched up a total of 22 goals in 48 appearances in all competitions for Frankfurt.

Ekitike was also named in the Bundesliga Team of the Season (TOTS).

Alexander Isak (Newcastle United)

By far Liverpool's most significant signing of what is undoubtedly a historic window, Alexander Isak finally secured his long-awaited move to Anfield on September 1, weeks after a standoff with Newcastle.

Isak's arrival has seen Liverpool break the British transfer record for the second time in less than two months following the earlier acquisition of Florian Wirtz, taking the Reds' summer spree to over half a billion Euros.

Giovanni Leoni (Parma)

In August 2025, Liverpool announced the signing of Giovanni Leoni from Serie A’s Parma. The centre-back himself took part in 17 Serie A games during the 2024/25 campaign, proving his worth with the Crusaders’ colours.

Leoni’s capabilities cost the Reds a whopping £26.0m plus add-ons, as the sum could easily rise to a whopping £30.0m. The defender put pen to paper on a six-year deal with the Premier League giants, indicating the level of trust coach Slot has in his talent.

Understandably, Leoni will have to earn his place on the first team, but if he keeps performing the way he has thus far, it will not take much time before the Italian establishes himself at Anfield.

Will Wrigth (Salford City)

Aside from established players, Liverpool also brought a player for the future in young forward Will Wright.

Liverpool reportedly beat Premier League rivals Arsenal to the signature of the 17-year-old attacker, who played twice in England's fourth tier last season.

That said, he is likely to continue his development with Liverpool's under-21 side.