Liverpool’s defensive instability has intensified significantly following the confirmation that Jeremie Frimpong will miss their next six matches. The Netherlands international sustained a hamstring injury while playing for Brentford on Saturday, exiting the field just minutes after entering as a substitute. Manager Andoni Iraola described the setback as a “massive” issue for the squad, highlighting the immediate impact on the team’s tactical flexibility and depth in a crucial period of the season.
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With Conor Bradley also expected to remain sidelined until after the November international window, Liverpool faces a severe shortage of natural right-backs. This forces the club to rely on Ronald Araujo, who has been operating as a makeshift right-back due to the ongoing injury toll. The absence of a dedicated specialist in this position leaves the defense vulnerable to pacey wingers, a weakness that opponents have already begun to exploit in recent fixtures.
Despite the defensive concerns, Iraola offered a glimmer of hope regarding Dominik Szoboszlai, another player capable of covering the right-back position. The Hungary international also left the Brentford match early during his comeback from injury, but the manager indicated that Szoboszlai did not suffer a major setback. This news provides Liverpool with a potential backup option, though the primary focus remains on managing the significant gap left by Frimpong’s extended absence.
Source: The Independent Sport
