Why Florian Wirtz and Jeremie Frimpong Don’t Have Liverpool Shirt Numbers Yet | OneFootball

Liverpool Fans Celebrate Florian Wirtz Arrival but Wait Continues for Shirt Number Reveal

Liverpool’s transfer window took another major step forward on Friday, as the club confirmed the long-anticipated signing of Florian Wirtz. The German international became the club’s headline addition in what is shaping up to be a summer of serious ambition under Premier League title-winning manager Arne Slot.

Following the earlier announcement of a deal for Bournemouth’s Milos Kerkez, attention quickly shifted to the 7pm reveal of Wirtz. The 21-year-old’s arrival has been on the cards for weeks, but that didn’t dampen the enthusiasm as fans finally saw him unveiled — albeit still wearing last season’s kit.

The absence of a confirmed shirt number has become a curious subplot. Jeremie Frimpong, who joined Liverpool in May, has also not had his squad number formally announced. Liverpool addressed this on their official website following the Wirtz signing:

“Wirtz’s official squad number for Liverpool will be confirmed later this summer.”

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This lack of clarity hasn’t diminished excitement. Wirtz is viewed as one of Europe’s most technically gifted young playmakers, and his partnership with fellow Bundesliga graduate Frimpong is already generating considerable buzz.

Adidas Transition Delays New Kit Reveal

One key reason behind the missing squad numbers could be the ongoing transition from Nike to Adidas. The German kit manufacturer is set to take over from August, meaning Liverpool’s new arrivals — including Wirtz, Frimpong and potentially Kerkez — will all initially wear the 2024/25 title-winning strip.

Traditionally, fresh signings are showcased in the club’s latest kit, complete with squad numbers, to maximise fanfare and merchandise sales. The timing of the kit handover, however, has clearly disrupted that rhythm.

While it may be a temporary hiccup, it reflects the reality that commercial and operational timelines don’t always align neatly with footballing excitement.

Speculation Swirls Over Wirtz’s Number

Naturally, speculation about which number Wirtz might eventually take is already rife. A classic No. 10-style player, Wirtz appears a natural fit for the iconic shirt, but that rightly belongs to Alexis Mac Allister.

The German has already played down talk of a takeover, which could signal a return to his earlier Leverkusen number, 27. Alternatives such as 6, 12 or 15 remain viable options. Until Liverpool and Adidas launch their 2025/26 range, though, the suspense will continue.

Frimpong Responds to Supporters Online

Meanwhile, Jeremie Frimpong — also awaiting his shirt number — has embraced the Anfield spotlight with open arms. In a recent social media exchange, the full-back replied to a Liverpool fan celebrating Wirtz’s arrival, underlining the duo’s off-pitch camaraderie.

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This chemistry bodes well for Slot, who is eager to mould his squad into a high-energy, attacking unit. Frimpong and Wirtz’s familiarity from their time in Germany may prove to be a vital asset as Liverpool look to defend their domestic crown and make a statement in Europe.