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Jeremie Frimpong’s Honest Assessment of Trent Alexander-Arnold Strikes Chord with Liverpool Fans

Liverpool’s transition is quietly gathering pace under Arne Slot, and while marquee signings are on the club’s radar, so too are smart, versatile additions. Bayer Leverkusen’s Jeremie Frimpong has emerged as one of those candidates.

The 24-year-old right-back, who can also push forward into wide midfield, has become a serious option as the Reds prepare for life without Trent Alexander-Arnold, whose move to Real Madrid is edging closer. That void on the right—both technically and emotionally—will need filling not just with quality but also with personality. And on that front, Frimpong may have passed his first test.

Viral Comments Win Over Liverpool Faithful

In a now-viral clip from GOAL’s FanZone segment, Frimpong was tasked with a playful but revealing game of Start, Bench, Sell. His options? Dani Carvajal, Achraf Hakimi, and Trent Alexander-Arnold.

“He’s a champion, won the Euros and plays for Madrid,” Frimpong said about Carvajal, opting to start the Spaniard. He benched Hakimi, noting: “I play like him a little bit when we attack, so I see a little bit of myself when I watch him.”

Then came the moment that grabbed every red-tinged headline:“Obviously I would sell Trent. It’s the game you know.”

Frimpong added a respectful caveat, noting that he still considered Trent a top player, but the sentiment struck a chord with Liverpool fans feeling aggrieved by their local hero’s imminent departure. The honesty, the humour, and—yes—the competitiveness, was noted.

Fans Rally Behind a New Personality

Football transfers are about more than just minutes played or stats per 90. They’re about charisma, confidence, and connecting with supporters. Frimpong, with a smile and a spark of cheek, has made an impression. Fans have already responded positively online, with one supporter writing, “Frimpong gets it. Bit of banter, bit of needle. I love him already.”

In a period of potential upheaval and change, players who buy into the club and don’t tiptoe around uncomfortable truths are welcome. Whether he signs or not, Frimpong has already done something not every transfer target manages—he’s made himself relatable.

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Frimpong’s style mirrors what Arne Slot might want: direct running, high energy, fearless output in attack. If Liverpool are serious about evolving, then a player like him is the perfect bridge between generations. He’s won in Germany, he’s quick-witted in interviews, and he’s clearly confident.

Plus, Liverpool need characters. The squad is losing experience and swagger this summer, and it’s not enough to replace ability—you need players who want to carry the shirt’s weight. Whether it’s from a sofa during a GOAL interview or a run down the right flank, Frimpong shows he’s not afraid to speak or play with edge. That’ll do.