Liverpool Eye Boca Juniors Talent as Frimpong Faces Early Scrutiny
Liverpool’s pursuit of excellence never stands still, even after the club’s historic Premier League title triumph under Arne Slot last season. Concerns surrounding Jeremie Frimpong’s early performances have opened the door for speculation, with reports suggesting that the Reds are monitoring Boca Juniors right-back Dylan Tomas Gorosito after his standout displays at the Under-20 World Cup in Chile.
Frimpong’s Stuttering Start Raises Questions
When Liverpool activated Jeremie Frimpong’s £29.5m release clause in the summer, it felt like a decisive move to replace Trent Alexander-Arnold, who departed for Real Madrid. Yet just weeks into his Anfield career, doubts have emerged.
Former Reds midfielder Don Hutchison did not hold back in his assessment. “I’d have Bradley starting in the team now, absolutely. I don’t think Frimpong’s current standard gets him anywhere near the first XI for Liverpool,” he told GOAL.
Hutchison added, “In some matches like the Southampton game, he just kept giving the ball away. Simple passes were going astray, and his confidence is just starting to erode.”
Such criticism has weight when Conor Bradley has stepped up impressively, while Frimpong has looked uncomfortable both as a full-back and when deployed further forward.
Gorosito Impresses on the Global Stage
Into this uncertainty comes Dylan Tomas Gorosito. The Boca Juniors teenager has been one of the revelations of the Under-20 World Cup, catching the eyes of scouts across Europe.
“He’s a player who is standing out massively, he’s had a brilliant tournament,” Graeme Bailey told Rousing the Kop. “There’s a whole host of teams looking at him, Liverpool being one of them.
“He’s one who wasn’t especially on a lot of teams’ radars pre-tournament because he hadn’t played a lot of football for Boca Juniors, but he’s really stood out.
“Liverpool are one of the teams who quite like what they’ve seen, but we’re talking more of a future project. Teams watching and being impressed by someone doesn’t mean they’re going to sign him. It’s one to put on the system and keep tracking.”
At just 18, Gorosito’s progress will be monitored carefully. He is viewed as a long-term option rather than a short-term fix, but the fact Liverpool are keeping such close tabs reflects how the club continually refresh their scouting and planning processes.
Wider Transfer Jigsaw at Anfield
Gorosito is not the only name linked with Liverpool. Reports also suggest interest in a £75m move for a Spain winger ahead of next year’s World Cup, while speculation continues over Florian Wirtz and Real Madrid’s alleged admiration.
It underlines the point that, even in transition, Liverpool are proactive in the market. Arne Slot’s first summer saw vast investment, and while some signings need time to adapt, the search for emerging stars like Gorosito shows the balance between short-term needs and future planning.
Bradley’s Opportunity to Shine
The narrative around right-back is not only about new arrivals. Conor Bradley, who has grown through Liverpool’s academy, is already pushing hard for a permanent role. His composure, defensive reliability and understanding of Slot’s system have made him an increasingly valuable option.
For Slot, this presents a positive dilemma. While Frimpong struggles, Bradley thrives, and Gorosito represents a future wildcard. Liverpool’s recruitment team will continue to weigh their options, but the immediate responsibility lies with those already wearing the shirt.
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For Liverpool fans, the Frimpong situation feels uncomfortably familiar. The club has a history of spending big on players who take time to settle, and patience is always tested when the Premier League spotlight is unforgiving. Yet three games is far too early to write off any player, and Frimpong deserves the space to adapt.
Conor Bradley, though, has earned his chance. Supporters have been impressed with his consistency, and many feel he is the more reliable choice at present. The idea of Gorosito arriving in January will excite some, but it should be remembered that he is a teenager at Boca Juniors who needs time before being thrown into the Premier League cauldron.
The key for Arne Slot is balance. Liverpool are defending champions, and supporters demand standards remain sky-high. If Bradley continues to shine, and if Frimpong can regain his rhythm, the club may not need to rush into the market. Fans will also trust that any move for Gorosito is one with long-term ambition, not a desperate short-term patch.
For now, the Anfield faithful will back the squad but will keep a close eye on how the right-back situation unfolds.
