Ronald Koeman explains Jeremie Frimpong's absence from World Cup squad
The Netherlands head coach revealed why the defender was left out of the World Cup selection.
Netherlands head coach Ronald Koeman addressed questions regarding his 26-man World Cup squad during a recent press conference, specifically focusing on the exclusion of Jeremie Frimpong.
Koeman clarified that his decision was primarily driven by the player's recurring injury problems throughout the current season. The manager noted that Frimpong's fitness issues were a frequent concern for the coaching staff.
I chose another player for the right winger position. Throughout this season, he has been injured regularly. That happened repeatedly. — Ronald Koeman
Regarding the defensive line-up, Koeman highlighted his confidence in Mats Wieffer. The coach explained that he views Wieffer as a defender rather than a midfielder, citing his excellent performance in the right-back role throughout the campaign.