Blood Red: The Liverpool FC Podcast Jeremie Frimpong's time to shine and does Arne Slot need a January transfer? | Liverpool.com
Jan 14, 2026
Conor Bradley's season-ending surgery opens up a chance for Jeremie Frimpong to shine at Liverpool. The hosts debate the need for January signings, weighing short-term fixes against long-term planning. They discuss Liverpool's historical reluctance for panic buys, arguing that sustainable future recruitment is crucial. Frimpong's versatility as both a right-back and winger is examined, highlighting his speed as a potential game-changer. The upcoming FA Cup tie against Brighton is also on the agenda, underscoring Liverpool's aspirations for silverware.
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Bradley’s Season-Ending Surgery
- Conor Bradley has undergone surgery and will miss the rest of the season after his injury versus Arsenal.
- Matt Addison and Michael Plant highlight how cruelly timed the injury came as Bradley was establishing himself as first-choice right back.
Six Defenders Leaves Risky Depth
- Liverpool are left with only six senior defenders after Bradley's injury, creating a genuine numbers problem for the second half of the season.
- Matt Addison argues Liverpool may accept short-term pain rather than make a hasty January signing to protect their long-term transfer plan.
Don’t Panic-Buy In January
- Avoid panicked short-term January buys unless the player fits Liverpool's long-term quality criteria and plan.
- Matt Addison says Liverpool historically prefer to invest for multi-year value rather than short six-month stopgaps.