Rousing the Kop

Who are Liverpool's three right-back options for the rest of the season after Conor Bradley blow

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The article examines how Liverpool can cope at **right-back** for the remainder of the season following **Conor Bradley’s serious injury**, which has ruled him out long term. With a packed schedule and title ambitions, Arne Slot must identify reliable solutions inside the squad rather than relying immediately on the transfer market.



The first and most obvious option is **Jeremie Frimpong**, the only specialist senior right-back now available. An attacking full-back comfortable high up the pitch, he offers pace, width and goal threat, but his game-time and adaptation to Liverpool’s system will be under scrutiny as he steps into a full-time starting role. Managing his fitness and workload will be crucial.

The second option is **Joe Gomez**, a natural centre-back who has often been used as a makeshift full-back. While he lacks the penetration of an attacking right-back, he brings defensive solidity, aerial strength and experience in big matches. Slot may prefer Gomez in tougher away fixtures or when protecting a lead, using him to tighten the defensive structure on that flank.

The third internal solution is **Calvin Ramsay**, the 22-year-old Scot once earmarked as a potential long-term successor to Trent Alexander-Arnold. Injury and limited opportunities have stalled his progress, but Bradley’s absence could finally open a run of games. Ramsay provides a more offensive profile than Gomez, with energy and delivery from wide areas, though there are questions over his readiness to perform consistently at Premier League level.

The piece concludes that while a **January signing** cannot be ruled out, Liverpool’s immediate plan is likely to centre on a blend of **Frimpong as first choice**, **Gomez as dependable cover**, and **Ramsay as a developmental wildcard**, with Slot rotating based on opposition, fitness and form as the season reaches a critical phase.