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3 hours ago
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Frimpong Impresses in Liverpool Pre-Season as Mac Allister Offers Praise
Frimpong's Arrival Adds New Energy as Liverpool Prepare for Title Defence Liverpool's preparations for their Premier League title defence are entering their final stages in Asia, with Arne Slot overseeing what has been a purposeful and strategic pre-season. The Reds are less than a month away from beginning the new campaign, and while physical sharpness remains the focus, so too does bedding in a number of new arrivals. Among those catching the eye is Jeremie Frimpong, the Dutch full-back brought in to strengthen a position once dominated by Trent Alexander-Arnold. His arrival was always going to bring scrutiny, but early signs suggest Frimpong is already making a quiet but important impact. Alexis Mac Allister, returning to training after injury, has taken particular note of the energy the 23-year-old is injecting into the squad. Mac Allister Praises New Arrivals Speaking to the Argentine midfielder shared his impressions of the new signings, highlighting Frimpong's positivity. 'It's amazing. I think we've made great additions to the team, they are showing in every single training [session] how good they are,' Mac Allister said. He continued: 'We are really happy with that. Now it's about knowing the characteristics of the new players, getting used to playing together. I'm pretty sure that this will be a very good season for us. 'They brought new energy, good energy, especially Jeremie! They are always smiling, you can see how happy they are to be here and hopefully they can help us to win more titles.' Photo IMAGO That energy has been noticed beyond the training ground too. While Frimpong has yet to start a match during the tour, his cameo against Milan, where he played in a more advanced right-wing role, earned plaudits from supporters eager to see what he can offer. Role Rotation at Right-Back For all the anticipation surrounding Frimpong's arrival, Slot's team selections suggest the battle for the right-back berth is very much ongoing. Conor Bradley has been given the nod more regularly during pre-season, a reminder that the Northern Irishman remains a key part of Slot's tactical plans. Frimpong may have been signed with Alexander-Arnold's succession in mind, but this transition will not be automatic. Bradley, despite his own struggles with injury, has the trust of the manager. Frimpong, then, is being integrated gradually, perhaps with an eye on rotation rather than outright replacement in the early stages. This isn't a demotion of Frimpong's abilities but rather a reflection of Slot's pragmatism. His pre-season usage as a winger offers a glimpse into how Liverpool might adapt their shape depending on the opposition. That kind of flexibility is a hallmark of a team prepared to defend its title intelligently. Photo: IMAGO Frimpong's Attributes Offer Tactical Variety What Frimpong provides is pace, intensity and a high press from wide areas, all of which fit seamlessly into Slot's blueprint. He thrives in open spaces, stretches opposition lines and is unafraid to overlap or cut inside. He is a defender by trade, but his attacking instincts mirror those of a winger, offering Liverpool a different dynamic from deep. Mac Allister's comments also reinforce the impact Frimpong has made off the pitch. Good energy, positivity and connection with team-mates are invaluable during the long months of a title race. In a dressing room that has experienced both triumph and transition over the last 18 months, fresh voices like Frimpong's help keep spirits sharp and focused. Liverpool are no longer chasing titles, they are defending one. And in that pursuit, every addition, every training session, and every positive influence counts. If Frimpong continues on this trajectory, he will play a vital role in keeping Liverpool on top.
Yahoo
6 hours ago
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Arne Slot demand set to trigger TRIPLE forward signing
's demand for Liverpool's squad is set to trigger a triple signing. Give the man what he wants. Arne Slot won the Premier League with a squad that wasn't even his. Liverpool tried to give him one player he asked for - Martin Zubimendi - and failed to do so. LFC Kits Shop Now LFC x New Era Shop Now LFC Signed Merch Shop Now LFC x Titleist Shop Now The success was with a group of stars built for Jürgen Klopp's methods. The club are now doing all they can to give him his squad as they expect things to move up yet another level if they do. We've seen that in operation this summer, of course. Florian Wirtz arrived for a club-record fee, while Jeremie Frimpong and Milos Kerkez have arrived in record deals for a right-back and left-back respectively. Hugo Ekitike is the new centre-forward, with more signings almost certainly on the way. We can guarantee that if only because the squad has holes in it - and with even more holes to come. Which actually brings about one of Slot's demands at Liverpool. If the Reds really want to give him what he wants, a triple transfer is on the way. Arne Slot's demands Per The Times, Slot wants six forwards in his squad. It's part of a larger request to have two players for every role but six forwards was a necessity last season. It's why Federico Chiesa was signed and why he wasn't let go in January. Slot wants six and was given six. Right now, he also has six: Mo Salah, Darwin Nunez, Cody Gakpo, Luis Diaz, Chiesa and Ekitike. Three of those forwards are expected to depart, however. Nunez and Chiesa have long been linked with exits. Diaz will join Bayern Munich in the coming days, too.
Daily Mirror
9 hours ago
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- Daily Mirror
Liverpool hijack Arsenal transfer after agreeing deal with Gary Neville and David Beckham
Liverpool are set to seal a transfer for a teenage prospect ahead of Arsenal despite the Gunners agreeing a fee for the player first this summer, ahead of the Reds Liverpool have agreed a deal with Salford City over a move for Will Wright. The Reds are set to beat Arsenal to the signing of the 17-year-old forward as they finalise talks with the player's representatives to get the transfer over the line. The Gunners agreed a deal with Salford earlier in the summer but now look to set their move hijacked. Arsenal were said to have first submitted a bid worth £250,000 plus add-ons for Wright, a figure greater than Liverpool's reported first offer of £100,000 plus add-ons. But the Merseyside club appear to have returned to win the race to continue a busy summer of transfer business. Wright is said to have favoured staying in the North West. The teenage made his Salford in January against Manchester City and went on to make two appearances in League Two for the club. Wright has regularly featured for the B team of the club, owned by Gary Neville and David Beckham. The plan is set to be for Wright to join up with Liverpool 's under-21s. Arne Slot has already seen seven players signed for his first team so far in his second summer in charge at Anfield however. Florian Wirtz has been the headline signing as Liverpool broke the British transfer record to land the German international. Slot has also added Hugo Ekitike, Jeremie Frimpong, Milos Kerkez, Armin Pecsi and Freddie Woodman as the club's spending approaches £300million. Liverpool are also set to see a significant departure in the shape of Luis Diaz. The Colombia international will sign a five-year deal with Bayern Munich after the teams agreed a £65million transfer. Diaz left Liverpool's pre-season tour to travel to Munich earlier this week after the Merseyside club agreed to the transfer over the weekend. The 28-year-old was left out of the Reds' friendly against AC Milan on Sunday. Slot has been pleased with the club's work in the market this far. "I think what I've also said is I'm really happy with the squad we had," said Slot. "That's what we also showed by not bringing in new players last season. Now we won the league, but you can see everywhere around us – in the Premier League but also we play in Europe so we want to achieve things there as well – that all of these teams try to strengthen their squads. "So, if you do the same as we did last year we will probably not be able to win it again. So, we have to improve – the players that are still here and we've tried to bring new energy in but also 'weapons', as you called it, and I think the players we've brought in have shown already in the few times we have trained together and the games we've played. Now let's wait how Hugo [Ekitike] is going to do that. Really pleased what we did until now, but already really pleased we kept the players that had an extended contract last season." Join our new WhatsApp community and receive your daily dose of Mirror Football content. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice.
Scottish Sun
19 hours ago
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- Scottish Sun
Alisson leaves Liverpool's tour of Asia due to ‘personal matter' and will not return until Slot's men are back in UK
He becomes the third player to leave the tour RED LIGHT Alisson leaves Liverpool's tour of Asia due to 'personal matter' and will not return until Slot's men are back in UK Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) LIVERPOOL goalkeeper Alisson Becker has left the club's pre-season tour of Asia for a personal matter. The Brazil international wasn't involved in Tuesday's open training session held at JFA Dream Field in Tokyo in sweltering conditions. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 1 Alisson Becker has left the club's preseason tour of Asia for a personal matter Credit: Getty It was later revealed that Alisson has been given permission by Liverpool to leave Japan immediately. That means he won't feature in Wednesday's final match against Yokohama F Marinos at Nissan Stadium. The 32-year-old will rejoin Arne Slot's squad after their return to the UK. Summer signing Giorgi Mamardashvili, who arrived from Valencia, is expected to start Wednesday against the J1 League strugglers. READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWS 'WEIRD VIBES' Keir Starmer mocked for cringe call with hero Lionesses from Scotland Slot still has plenty of cover, with goalkeepers Freddie Woodman, Armin Pecsi and Kornel Misciur also on the tour. Becker is the third player to leave Liverpool's tour of Asia. Luis Diaz, 28, left a few days ago to complete his transfer to Bayern Munich. And Defender Joe Gomez flew home last week because of an Achilles injury and is undergoing further tests in Merseyside. CASINO SPECIAL - BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS Liverpool arrived in Tokyo on Sunday following a 4-2 defeat to AC Milan in Hong Kong.
The Irish Sun
2 days ago
- Business
- The Irish Sun
Luis Diaz to LEAVE Liverpool tour as Bayern Munich agree £65million deal to bolster Reds' Alexander Isak kitty
LIVERPOOL are set to bank an extra £65million for their Alexander Isak fund after Bayern Munich agreed to sign Luis Diaz. The Reds winger told Arne Slot earlier this summer that he wanted to 3 Luis Diaz has moved a step closer to joining Bayern Munich Credit: Reuters 3 Alexander Isak is wanted by Liverpool Credit: Getty Diaz, 28, is in Asia with Liverpool on their pre-season tour but was left out of the squad for their friendly against AC Milan. Slot later confirmed that the forward had been left out due to speculation over his future. And now Liverpool have given Diaz permission to leave the tour after agreeing a deal with Bayern. The Premier League champion's twice failed in attempts to convince Diaz into signing a new deal. READ MORE IN football The sale, with Darwin Nunez also expected to leave this summer, will help raise funds for the Premier League champions to continue their incredible spending spree. Liverpool have already spent £201m since winning the title, including Despite also landing French striker Hugo Ekitike, an The £120m-rated Swede has been left out of Newcastle's pre-season tour to Singapore having also been sent home from their training camp in Scotland. Most read in Football CASINO SPECIAL - BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS Isak, who scored 23 Premier League goals last season, has However, Eddie Howe and the Saudi Arabian owners are digging their heels in and insist their star man is not for sale. Newcastle contract blunder could cost them Isak Liverpool, though, are considering testing that resolve with a bid and will be in a stronger position with Diaz sold. Vincent Kompany wanted to add a forward following Thomas Muller's departure and Diaz was a target for Barcelona before they landed Marcus Rashford, while the German giants had already seen one bid rejected. While Liverpool are still exploring forward options, Slot has insisted he is happy with his three centre-backs after Jarrell Quansah was sold to Bayer Leverkusen. The Reds hold an interest in Marc Guehi but have not lodged a formal approach for the Crystal Palace captain. Slot said: 'I don't think we have a concern at centre-back. "In terms of depth? I think Ryan [Gravenberch] showed against Milan that he can play in that position. "He did it last season as well. Although we all know we favour him as a No 6. Wata [Endo] can play there. Joe Gomez only has a minor injury.' 3 Arne Slot insisted he is happy with his three centre-backs Credit: Alamy
