Liverpool have finally received positive news on Jeremie Frimpong, with the Dutch full-back apparently nearing his long-awaited return after weeks on the sidelines. His comeback may arrive at the perfect moment for Arne Slot.
Liverpool fans may finally see light at the end of a long injury tunnel. Jeremie Frimpong, who has been out since October, is reportedly close to returning.
But how close is close? And what does this mean for Arne Slot’s plans in a busy December run? Let’s break it down.
A stretch of games is coming fast, the AFCON is around the corner, and right-back options have been shuffled more than a midfielder under pressure. Now, though, the Reds may soon get some relief — and possibly a new selection headache.
What happened to Frimpong?
Frimpong was forced off early in the Champions League win over Eintracht Frankfurt. It was another setback in what has been a stop-start debut season for the Dutchman.
Slot admitted last month that the defender was still “out just as long” and expected to miss a few more weeks.
Liverpool had to improvise, with Dominik Szoboszlai and others filling in at right-back. Not ideal. Not natural. And definitely not sustainable.
Is the comeback really close?
According to the Mail Sport, Frimpong is back on the grass and aiming for a return in around two weeks. That timeline mirrors Conor Bradley’s recovery, meaning Liverpool may suddenly go from shortage to surplus.
This update gives Slot something he hasn’t enjoyed often this season, actual choice.
Who plays at right-back now?
Joe Gomez impressed against West Ham. Szoboszlai has done a job, even if fans would rather see him run the midfield instead of the touchline. And the returning duo of Frimpong and Bradley could soon overload the position.
When everyone returns, Slot will have to pick between form, fitness, and flexibility. A good problem, but a problem nonetheless, the classic “right-back riddle.”
Games missed by Jeremie Frimpong due to injury
Jeremie Frimpong injury stats this season (Including Club and Country):
| Season | Injury | From | Until | Days Out | Games Missed |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25/26 | Hamstring injury | 23/10/2025 | 05/12/2025 | 44 days | 9 |
| 25/26 | Hamstring muscle injury | 21/08/2025 | 10/09/2025 | 21 days | 4 |
| 25/26 | Hamstring injury | 21/08/2025 | 02/09/2025 | 13 days | 2 |
Liverpool will hope this trend does not become a recurring theme as no fan wants Frimpong’s Anfield career to turn into a hamstring highlight reel.
Will Frimpong be back before the festive fixtures explode?
If the two-week estimate holds, Frimpong could return before the meeting with Tottenham on December 20. That would also ease the load when Mohamed Salah leaves for AFCON.
For Slot, December could turn from “stressmas” into something more manageable.
What Anfield Home thinks?
A fit Frimpong changes the entire dynamic on the right side. His pace, overlaps, and attacking bursts fit Slot’s style. If Liverpool can keep him healthy, the second half of the season could look very different and much brighter.