Dutch-Ghanaian defender Jeremie Frimpong returns to training ahead of Burnley clash

Liverpool have received a major boost ahead of their Premier League fixture against Burnley, with Jeremie Frimpong returning to full training following injury.

The Dutch right-back, signed in the summer by new manager Arne Slot, was sidelined after picking up a leg flexor problem during Liverpool’s opening-day 4-2 victory over Bournemouth.

He was forced off after just 60 minutes on his debut, missing subsequent league fixtures as well as the recent international window, during which he was unavailable for Ronald Koeman’s Netherlands squad.

Frimpong’s absence had left Slot with limited defensive options on the right, especially given that he was brought in as a direct replacement for Trent Alexander-Arnold.

His return to full training this week has therefore been welcomed inside Anfield, with the player participating in Wednesday’s session alongside the rest of the first-team squad.

Liverpool sources suggest that the 23-year-old is on course to be included in the matchday squad for Sunday’s trip to Turf Moor, where the Reds will look to continue their positive start to the campaign.

Slot, who has been vocal about the importance of squad depth during a demanding season, will be encouraged by the timing of Frimpong’s recovery.

The manager now faces a welcome selection dilemma, with Frimpong regaining fitness and new signing Alexander Isak also completing his first full session with his teammates this week.

The Swedish striker, who arrived late in the transfer window, is likewise expected to be available for selection against Burnley, giving Liverpool additional attacking firepower.

For Frimpong, the focus will be on building rhythm and consistency after his interrupted start to life in England.

Liverpool invested heavily in the full-back, confident in his pace, attacking intent and defensive reliability—qualities that Slot regards as central to his tactical approach.

Good news for Arne Slot, a club source remarked, as the squad prepared for Burnley.

The Dutch manager is expected to carefully manage Frimpong’s minutes in order to avoid a recurrence of the injury, but his presence on the training pitch signals that his recovery is on track.

With both Frimpong and Isak nearing competitive action, Liverpool approach the Burnley clash with renewed optimism.

For Slot, who has been keen to stamp his authority on the team during his first months in charge, having key summer recruits fit and available could prove vital in shaping the club’s ambitions for the season ahead.