‘Frimpong is a right winger…’ Koeman questions defenders fit at right-back after Liverpool move

Netherlands head coach Ronald Koeman has solid doubt on Jeremie Frimpong’s suitability as a old correct-inspire, even because the 24-year-primitive secures a high-profile whisk to Liverpool.

Frimpong, who has Ghanaian roots, became formally unveiled by the Reds this week following his transfer from Bundesliga champions Bayer Leverkusen.

He is anticipated to step into the void left by England international Trent Alexander-Arnold, who recently finished a swap to Steady Madrid.

Nonetheless, Koeman’s most novel feedback indicate that the Dutchman is considered extra as an attacking outlet than a defensive stalwart.

Talking after the Netherlands’ World Cup qualifying victory over Finland, Koeman mirrored on Frimpong’s role in the nationwide setup, announcing: “I relate it’s miles the first time that Jeremie and Denzel (Dumfries, Inter Milan) played collectively.

“In my perceive, Jeremie is a correct winger on the ball.”

Koeman added that whereas the tactical balance with Inter Milan’s Dumfries might well also be managed, the mix requires working out and adaptation.

“Denzel will must contend with that. He has that capacity. It be moreover loads of trip and taking half in matches with Jeremie. I’m hurry about that.”

Frimpong loved a stellar advertising and marketing campaign below Xabi Alonso at Leverkusen, where his attacking aptitude and capacity to break traces made him one of the most Bundesliga’s standout performers.

His whisk to Liverpool is considered as a valuable funding in a dynamic and high-tempo taking half trendy, especially below manager Arne Slot.