Johnson noted that Liverpool typically relies on thorough research and data to make informed recruitment decisions. However, in this case, it appears that the team may have erred in signing Frimpong and Kerkez. Both players have been struggling to make an impact, particularly when compared to established players like Andrew Robertson and the departed Trent Alexander-Arnold.

At the moment, Frimpong is recovering from his second hamstring injury of the season, while Kerkez is still adjusting to the team's system under manager Slot. The team will be looking to bounce back from their recent struggles in their upcoming match against Brighton, where Kerkez will be hoping to prove himself and silence critics like Johnson.