Jeremie Frimpong didn’t need long to get Reds fans buzzing. 💫 Making his first appearance at Anfield in Liverpool’s second pre-season clash against Athletic Bilbao, the Dutch full-back made an instant impression — and supporters wasted no time sharing their thoughts.

On a night that saw the Premier League champions roll out two separate squads across back-to-back fixtures against the La Liga outfit, Frimpong was handed the right-back slot in the second match — a golden opportunity following Conor Bradley’s recent injury setback.

And he grabbed it with both hands. 🧤

🧱 Locked Down Nico Williams

Facing off against Spain’s rising star Nico Williams, Frimpong had no room for error. The Bilbao winger, previously linked with Barcelona and Arsenal, is known for his flair and explosiveness — but Frimpong managed to keep him under wraps for most of the contest. 👀

In his 72 minutes on the pitch, the former Bayer Leverkusen man recorded:

2 tackles

1 block

1 clearance

4 ground duels won

0 times dribbled past ❌


Beyond the stats, it was Frimpong’s energy and relentless pressing that caught the eye. Williams, usually a constant threat, failed to complete a single cross or dribble throughout the game.

💬 Social Media Buzzes with Praise

It didn’t take long for supporters to flood social media with reactions to Frimpong’s debut. One fan boldly claimed:

> “Frimpong is fantastic – clear of Trent defensively. He’s fast, aggressive, and switched on.”



Another joked:

> “Who said Frimpong can’t defend? Williams got locked up like it was Alcatraz.”



And perhaps the most tongue-in-cheek take of the night:

> “Frimpong hates Trent so much, he tracked back just to spite him.”



📢 Verdict

Arne Slot may have a real gem on his hands. With Trent Alexander-Arnold facing pressure to reclaim his right-back dominance, Frimpong’s early signs suggest competition is about to heat up 🔥 on Merseyside.

Could this be the start of a new defensive era at Liverpool? 👀