Jeremie Frimpong interview: ‘We offered him a small round of applause’

Jeremie Frimpong, the talented right-back for Bayer Leverkusen, has expressed his delight at Xabi Alonso’s decision to stay at the club. The Spanish midfielder had attracted interest from Liverpool and Bayern Munich, but he has chosen to remain at the Bay Arena. Leverkusen, under Alonso’s guidance, currently sit comfortably at the top of the Bundesliga, boasting an impressive 16-point lead.

Frimpong, who has been a standout performer in Alonso’s system, spoke highly of his manager in an exclusive interview with TNT Sports. He praised Alonso’s experience, having played under esteemed coaches such as Carlo Ancelotti and Pep Guardiola. Frimpong also commended Alonso’s character, describing him as a top person and a nice guy.

The news of Alonso’s decision to stay was met with joy in the Leverkusen locker room, with the players giving him a little cheer. Frimpong emphasized the impact Alonso has had on the team and expressed his hope for more success under his management.

Leverkusen’s dominance in the Bundesliga puts them in a prime position to secure their first-ever league title. Additionally, they have reached the final of the DFB-Pokal, where they will face Kaiserslautern from the 2. Bundesliga. Frimpong acknowledged the difficulty of achieving a treble, but he expressed the team’s desire to win all three competitions.

Frimpong highlighted the importance of the team’s mentality, emphasizing their never-give-up attitude and patience. He believes these qualities will be crucial in their pursuit of success in the Europa League, Bundesliga, and DFB-Pokal.

Leverkusen’s upcoming UEFA Europa League quarter-final first leg against West Ham United will be broadcast live on TNT Sports and discovery+.