Liverpool manager Arne Slot has delivered a worrying update on the fitness of Alexander Isak and Jeremie Frimpong following the team’s victory over Eintracht Frankfurt — and the news is far from encouraging for supporters.
The Reds might have claimed a much-needed win in Germany, but it came at a cost. Star striker Alexander Isak was forced off at halftime after feeling discomfort in his groin, leaving Slot and the medical team facing an anxious wait for scan results.
Speaking after the match, Slot admitted uncertainty about Isak’s condition and acknowledged the challenges in managing the Swedish striker’s fitness. “It’s difficult to balance his workload right now,” the Liverpool boss explained. “He missed three months of football during the summer, so his body is still adjusting.”
Isak’s disrupted pre-season continues to haunt him. After forcing a move from Newcastle United — even going on strike to push through his transfer — the forward joined Liverpool short of match fitness. While he has shown flashes of his attacking potential, his physical readiness has remained a concern. A fresh injury setback could derail his momentum just as he was starting to settle into life at Anfield.
Slot also confirmed that Jeremie Frimpong faces a longer spell on the sidelines. The Dutch right-back, who limped off during the second half, is expected to miss several weeks of action. “Frimpong’s situation doesn’t look great,” Slot said bluntly, adding that the full-back’s recovery will be closely monitored.
Frimpong, signed as a long-term replacement for Trent Alexander-Arnold, has had a mixed start to his Liverpool career. While his pace and attacking drive have impressed, adapting to Slot’s tactical system has proven more difficult than expected. A spell on the treatment table now threatens to stall his progress even further.
The double injury blow comes at a delicate time for Liverpool. Despite their convincing win over Frankfurt, Slot’s side have struggled for consistency in recent weeks, losing four of their previous five matches and conceding heavily in the process. The Dutch manager had been counting on Isak and Frimpong to help stabilize both ends of the pitch — now, he’ll have to rethink his plans once again.
Liverpool’s packed fixture schedule adds to the concern. With key Champions League and Premier League fixtures looming, Slot will be desperate to avoid any further injuries. The hope is that Isak’s issue proves minor, but early indications suggest the Reds could be without both players for the next several games.
For now, Liverpool fans will be holding their breath as the club awaits official assessments. If both absences are confirmed, Slot faces a serious test of his squad’s depth and resilience heading into one of the most demanding stretches of the season.
