Bayer Leverkusen director Simon Rolfes insists his side are 'very relaxed' over the future of defender Jeremie Frimpong amid reports linking him with a move to Manchester United.
Erik ten Hag's side are on the lookout for a new right-back next year, with the Netherlands international one of those linked with a move to Old Trafford.
United are expected to hand Diogo Dalot a new contract in the coming months, but they remain open to offers for Aaron Wan-Bissaka as they look to add another right-back to their first-team squad.
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Frimpong, 21, has impressed at Leverkusen this season, netting five goals and notching three assists in his defensive role, leading to plenty of speculation over his future.
The Dutchman's contract runs until 2025, meaning that Leverkusen remain in control of his situation, which explains why they feel so relaxed about it.
When asked specifically about links with a move to United, Rolfes told Sky Deutschland: “We are very relaxed with Jeremie. It would be fatal if he didn’t draw attention to himself from big clubs with these performances.
“He is very conspicuous with his way of playing and is an enormously important player for us. I told him that he will still get his playing time with his quality within the tournament.
“He can decide a game with a single action because he’s incredibly quick and good at dribbling. We’ll be happy when he’s back [after the World Cup] with us. Jeremie has a long-term contract at Leverkusen, so we’re very relaxed.”
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