Liverpool’s Right-Back Conundrum…
Alexander Isak is not the only one missing from St. James’ Park on Monday; Jeremie Frimpong’s absence is giving Arne Slot a selection headache so big it could rival the plot twists in a soap opera. Since joining from Bayer Leverkusen, Frimpong dazzled fans with performances that could make a cheetah envious of his pace, yet his removal against the Cherries had tongues wagging. Now sidelined with a hamstring issue until post-international break, Slot must navigate this hiccup, hoping it won’t turn into an episode of “Nightmare on Anfield Street.”
Slot could call on Conor Bradley, but his injury-prone preseason makes him as fragile as a spider’s web in a windy storm. Slot also has Joe Gomez on the radar, though his ability to train three days straight remains as scarce as honest referee decisions—he hasn’t started at right-back under Slot. Dominik Szoboszlai and Curtis Jones are unconventional options, but they might defend like a toddler at a candy store. As for Wataru Endo, his recent stint was less inspiring than a snail trying to win a hundred-meter dash. Will Gomez grace the field, or will Bradley surprise by taking over in the latter half? Place your bets!
