Dutch-born full-back of Ghanaian descent, Jeremie Frimpong has been tipped as the favorite to swoop home the Celtic’s Young Player of the year award at the club for the 2019/2020 season.
The right-back joined the Hoops from English Premier League club Manchester City in the last summer transfer window.
Having arrived after the season had started in Scotland, it took him some time to get a role to play in the team.
Once he was handed playing time, he made an instant impact and has currently established himself as one of the most exciting players at the club.
With the whole situation about the Coronavirus and the uncertainty surrounding when the Scottish top-flight will resume, Celtics have already made nominations for top-performing players for this season.
In an interview, midfielder Ryan Christie says he believes Jeremie Frimpong will win the Young Player of the year award.
“There are a few contenders for that but Jeremie does stand out. Mikey Johnston will be there or thereabouts but he’s had a tough time with injury. He has bags of ability and started the season well. Mikey has a big future ahead.
“But Jezza has been a great addition to the squad and has made such a big impact”, Ryan said while talking about the Young Player of the year nominees.
He added, “His turn of pace and ability to get down the wing and put crosses in is unbelievable. He is the perfect modern-day full back and he was exactly what we needed. The team was doing well but Jezza gave us that extra lift when he made his debut.
“He was our best player for two or three games in a row and looked like he’d been playing there for years. Jezza is so enthusiastic. I love him to bits . . . he’s so funny and genuine. His ‘Oh my days’ stuff after the Betfred Cup Final went viral but that’s genuinely what he’s like”.
Jeremie Frimpong has made 14 appearances in the Scottish Premier League this season and has chipped in with 2 goals on top of 3 assists.