Jeremie Frimpong has missed Liverpool’s last six games after picking up another muscle injury at Brentford, with the Dutchman lasting just six minutes before being forced off.
Frimpong has been hampered by injuries since joining Liverpool from Bayer Leverkusen in the summer of 2025. He arrived as competition and a long-term option at right-back, with his contract running until 2030.
The 25-year-old has made eight appearances for Liverpool across all competitions this season, scoring once and providing two assists.
Despite his injury setbacks, Frimpong has now been nominated for a FIFPRO Merit Award. The Netherlands defender has been shortlisted in the 2026 Player Voice Award category in recognition of his work helping young people find opportunities beyond football through his Pathways initiative.
Frimpong established Pathways to support young people navigating the uncertainty of leaving academy football and exploring new directions in life. The programme has reached more than 800 people, both male and female, aged between 15 and 22, across four countries.
Pathways works with academies in the UK and the Netherlands to help players take their next steps, providing tailored guidance across industries such as technology, gaming and finance, alongside access to a network of mental health practitioners.
Frimpong was nominated for FIFPRO’s Player Voice Award by VVCS, the Dutch players’ union. The winner of the award, which recognises footballers highlighting important issues and influencing positive change, will be announced on Thursday, November 19.
Signed as a replacement for the Real Madrid-bound Trent Alexander-Arnold, a combination of injuries, loss of form and the loan signing of Ronald Araujo has left Frimpong out of the first-choice picture. Araujo can operate at both right-back and centre-back.
The Uruguayan has already established himself as something of a cult hero at Anfield, thanks to his aggressive defensive qualities, physical presence and ability to contribute to Liverpool’s attack, particularly from set-piece situations.
Reports have also suggested that Frimpong is considering an offer from Saudi Pro League side Al Hilal, raising the possibility of a January exit from Anfield. Such a departure would be far from ideal for Liverpool unless they can secure a replacement in the limited time available.
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