Jeremie Frimpong ‘upset’ by injury – shows attitude that will please Arne Slot

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Jeremie Frimpong has been sidelined with a hamstring injury for the last three games and is expected to be out for another month, but his attitude to the setback is to be admired. And the 24-year-old, who is quite active on social media, briefly addressed his injury on his TikTok account, saying: “It’s upsetting.

“As a footballer it’s not a nice thing to go through, but it’s part of the job. @jeremiefrimpong Replying to @Joan Mercadé ? original sound – Jeremie Frimpong “The answer to that [how are you doing?] is it’s really, really, really annoying, but it’s life.” His disappointment is clear as he could be sidelined for up to 11 matches, but his attitude of acceptance towards the latest setback will please Arne Slot. Frimpong is an energiser among the group and while he will be somewhat isolated during his recovery, his infectious personality can still be important for the squad around the training centre.

The Dutchman would have hoped his injury was less severe, but he can still play an important role off the pitch before he returns later this year. It has not been the ideal start at Liverpool for Frimpong, playing just 313 minutes so far, but he will know the importance of his comeback in December.