Jeremie Frimpong has laid it all on the line with a brutally honest assessment of Liverpool's underwhelming season, making it clear that the standards at Anfield simply haven't been met. The Dutch defender, who arrived from Bayer Leverkusen last summer with sky-high expectations after helping Xabi Alonso's side dominate German football, hasn't held back in his critique of the team's performance.

Speaking to The Anfield Wrap, the 25-year-old didn't mince words: "Liverpool's a big club. We're here for a reason. We're not here to participate." Frimpong emphasized that wearing the famous red shirt comes with non-negotiable demands. "If you play for Liverpool, that means you have to bring something for the team, not just to be there."

His comments come after another frustrating display against Chelsea, where Liverpool once again lost control of a game after a bright start—a recurring theme in a campaign that has left fans restless. "Obviously this season I don't think it's a Liverpool standard for sure," Frimpong admitted. "We need to really compete for trophies."

Injuries and inconsistent form have made his first year on Merseyside a tough one, but the pressure has been amplified by the impossible task of stepping into Trent Alexander-Arnold's shoes. Pundits have been quick to weigh in, with Bolo Zenden noting Frimpong is "more an attacker than a full-back," while Jan Molby questioned whether his style suits the physical demands of the Premier League.

Despite the criticism, Frimpong insists he never expected an easy ride. "I expected the fans to be on you, it's Liverpool," he said. "I expected obviously we need to win things." That kind of accountability is exactly what supporters want to hear—and what the club needs as they look to turn things around.