Sometimes, the biggest life decisions happen in moments of uncertainty.

Picture this: a rainy September morning back in 2019 on the M6, northbound. Jeremie Frimpong, just a teenager then, was sitting in a car, torn about what to do next.

He was heading to talks with Celtic but suddenly asked his agent to turn back.

Leaving Manchester City — the club where he had grown since he was nine — felt like stepping out of his comfort zone.

The bond with his teammates ran deep; they were texting him nonstop, wondering why he wasn’t training.

Yet, his agent saw something bigger for him — a chance to step into the spotlight at Celtic.

Fast forward six years, and the story repeats in a way that shows how far Jeremie has come.

This time, he’s signing for Liverpool, Premier League champions, after Bayer Leverkusen triggered his £29.5 million release clause.

Like Celtic before, Leverkusen was a big stage, but Liverpool? That’s life-changing.

Who Is Jeremie Frimpong? The Quick Facts

Born: December 2000, Amsterdam
Age: 24
Positions: Right back, right wing back, right winger
Height: 5ft 8in

Youth Career:

Manchester City (2010–2019)

Senior Career:

Celtic (2019–2021): 51 games, 3 goals
Bayer Leverkusen (2021–2025): 190 games, 30 goals
Liverpool (2025–): Just starting

International:

Netherlands (2023–present): 12 caps, 1 goal

Why Liverpool Are Getting a “F***ing Bargain”

Neil Lennon, the man who gave Jeremie his first big break at Celtic, doesn’t hold back when asked about the signing.

He calls it a “f***ing bargain.” Lennon recalls how Jeremie impressed even before he joined Celtic: “Manchester City brought their Under-21s to our training ground, and Jerry played — he was outstanding.

The kid was full of energy, fast, strong, and relentless.”

Lennon describes how Celtic snapped him up for about £350,000 — a steal for someone who quickly became “unplayable.”

Beyond skill, Jeremie was loved for his humble, grateful nature.

“No ego, always happy, a joy to coach,” Lennon says.

From Scottish Breakthrough to Bundesliga Glory

Adjusting from youth football to men’s football in Scotland was a challenge, but Jeremie thrived.

When he moved to Bayer Leverkusen, the competition stepped up: German wingers were faster, defenders tougher.

Some say he struggled at first, but his resilience shone through.

People who know him say he’s like “a kid in an adult’s body” — always smiling, bubbly, but with a winner’s mindset.

Every day, he pushes himself to improve. His faith is important to him, too. Jeremie dedicates time daily to Bible reading and even discusses scripture in meetings instead of partying.

He’s close to his family, frequently FaceTiming his sister Nana — one of seven siblings.

A Player with Numbers to Back the Hype

At just 24, Jeremie’s stats are incredible for a defender.

Over the last two seasons, he scored 19 goals and provided 24 assists for Leverkusen.

That kind of attacking output is rare from a right back or wing back.

His growing star power didn’t go unnoticed. New Balance signed him for a massive £20 million boot deal, betting on him becoming one of their key faces in European football — a sign they expect him to make a huge impact in the Premier League.

Ready for the Big Stage at Liverpool

The Premier League will be another step up in intensity, but Jeremie’s track record shows he thrives under pressure.

Neil Lennon reflects on his meteoric rise: “When I first saw him, I thought he was going to the top. He’s got real ability and youthful exuberance.”

Lennon, who also brought in Virgil van Dijk back in the day, is confident Jeremie will shine.

“He’s mentally strong, enthusiastic, and has no ego. Nothing will faze him.

He’s a little assassin,” Lennon says with pride.

Liverpool fans should be excited — this signing could be a game changer.