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Liverpool’s first game back after the international break is set to come against Manchester United. Sunday’s game isn’t likely to be any different, but with both teams in a run of poor form, it’s genuinely going to be interesting to see how the game ends up.Photo by James Gill – Danehouse/Getty ImagesFor many of Liverpool’s players, this will be their first derby between the clubs, with one of Arne Slot’s new signings likely looking to prove his worth.



Jeremie Frimpong will be able to prove what Chris Sutton said about him wrong v Manchester United Jeremie Frimpong’s form has been well below the standard expected of him. Last season alone, the right-back contributed to over 10 goals across all competitions, but this term, it feels like the only thing he has about him is his pace.

Fans have started to notice that, between Conor Bradley and Frimpong, it’s not clear who their first-choice right-back is, despite being almost 10 games into the season. Jeremie Frimpong could exploit Luke Shaw at left-back and help keep Matheus Cunha or Amad Diallo under controlOne of the key areas of Frimpong’s game is the attacking prowess he brings to the table.