Liverpool suffered an early setback in Frankfurt as Jeremie Frimpong limped off injured within the opening 20 minutes, and Ally McCoist fears the explosive right-back could face up to six weeks on the sidelines.<\/p>\n
The Dutch defender, a summer arrival from Bayer Leverkusen, appeared to pull his hamstring after a sprint down the flank. Despite receiving quick treatment, he was unable to continue and was replaced by Conor Bradley.<\/p>\n
Commentating live on TNT Sports, McCoist expressed concern:
\n\u201cI\u2019m wondering if it\u2019s his calf or hamstring,\u201d he said, noting Frimpong\u2019s reaction. \u201cIf it\u2019s a tear, that could be around six weeks. I was never quick enough to fully tear mine\u2014it was more three or four\u2014but for the fast lads, it\u2019s usually longer.\u201d<\/p>\n
Co-commentator Darren Fletcher added that \u201cthe general consensus is a minimum of four weeks,\u201d raising fears that Arne Slot may be facing another injury problem to manage.<\/p>\n
Frimpong\u2019s blistering speed has been crucial to Liverpool\u2019s attacking rhythm this season, offering width and penetration down the right. His absence could disrupt the team\u2019s balance and force tactical adjustments.<\/p>\n
It\u2019s the second injury setback of the season for the 24-year-old, who also missed time in August with a separate issue.<\/p>\n
Despite the blow, Liverpool went into the break 3\u20131 ahead through goals from Hugo Ekitike, Virgil van Dijk, and Ibou Konat\u00e9\u2014showing the resilience that characterized last season\u2019s title-winning form.<\/p>\n
However, McCoist\u2019s on-air comments underline growing concern as Liverpool await medical tests to determine the severity of Frimpong\u2019s injury. If confirmed as a significant layoff, Slot may be forced to reshape his right side once again.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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