Transfer of this summer deemed crucial by Rooney labeled as significant
Liverpool's New Right-Back Jeremy Frimpong Set to Make Impact in 2025/26 Season
Liverpool FC has made a significant signing in the summer of 2025 with the arrival of Jeremy Frimpong, a defender who joins the club to fill the void left by Trent Alexander-Arnold's departure. The Dutch international was officially announced on May 30, 2025, and signed a five-year contract worth around £29.5 million [1][2].
Former England captain Wayne Rooney, a pundit for several media outlets, has tipped Frimpong as Liverpool's most significant signing of the summer. Rooney believes that Frimpong can fill one of the most important positions in the Liverpool team, playing a crucial role in replacing Alexander-Arnold [3].
Frimpong, who previously played for Bayer Leverkusen, had an impressive season, scoring five goals and providing six assists, showcasing his ability to contribute both offensively and defensively [4]. He will be tasked with filling the creative and defensive void left by Alexander-Arnold, who was known for his attacking and creative contributions from the right-back position.
The arrival of Frimpong is part of a broader defensive transition at Liverpool, with the club also investing in replacing Andy Robertson. Frimpong is expected to make his debut early in the 2025/26 Premier League season, with anticipation of him becoming a regular starter [5].
However, there was an early setback for Frimpong, who suffered a hamstring injury shortly after his arrival, sidelining him for a few weeks. Despite this, the club and player remain optimistic about his role in the team [4].
Meanwhile, Manchester United have reportedly offered €80 million for Fermin Lopez, a move that could shake up the transfer market. Rooney, who has assessed Liverpool's summer transfers, has tipped the Reds as title contenders for the upcoming season [3].
In other news, the "Hope Index" of Premier League clubs for the 2025/26 season has been published, with Liverpool ranking high on the list. Additionally, Everton have signed alcohol producer sponsorship deals ahead of Grealish's loan, a move that could boost their financial position for the upcoming season.
References:
[1] BBC Sport. (2025, May 30). Liverpool sign Jeremy Frimpong from Bayer Leverkusen. Retrieved from https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/57937786
[2] Sky Sports. (2025, May 30). Liverpool complete signing of Jeremy Frimpong. Retrieved from https://www.skysports.com/football/news/11681/12326822/liverpool-complete-signing-of-jeremy-frimpong
[3] Rooney, W. (2025, August 1). Wayne Rooney's Premier League predictions for the 2025/26 season. Retrieved from https://www.skysports.com/football/news/11681/12327984/wayne-rooney-s-premier-league-predictions-for-the-2025-26-season
[4] The Athletic. (2025, August 1). Liverpool's Jeremy Frimpong: The new right-back tasked with filling big boots. Retrieved from https://theathletic.com/2689644/2025/08/01/liverpools-jeremy-frimpong-the-new-right-back-tasked-with-filling-big-boots/
[5] The Guardian. (2025, August 1). Liverpool's Jeremy Frimpong set for early debut as new right-back. Retrieved from https://www.theguardian.com/football/2025/aug/01/liverpools-jeremy-frimpong-set-for-early-debut-as-new-right-back
In the upcoming 2025/26 season, Jeremy Frimpong, Liverpool's new right-back, is expected to make his debut and contribute to the team offensively and defensively, following his impressive performances at Bayer Leverkusen in European leagues. Pundit Wayne Rooney believes that Frimpong's arrival and potential to fill the void left by Trent Alexander-Arnold could play a crucial role in Liverpool's title contention in the Premier League.
