Jeremie Frimpong nominated for FIFPRO Merit Award

The Liverpool and Netherlands defender is shortlisted in the 2026 Player Voice Award category in recognition of his work in helping young people find opportunities beyond football through his Pathways initiative.

Frimpong established Pathways to support young people who are navigating their way through the uncertainty of leaving academy football and seeking to explore a new direction in life. The programme has reached more than 800 people - both male and female, aged 15 to 22 - across four countries.

Pathways works with academies in the UK and the Netherlands to help players take their next steps by providing tailored guidance across industries such as technology, gaming and finance, while also offering access to a network of mental health practitioners.

Frimpong was nominated for FIFPRO’s Player Voice Award by VVCS, the Dutch player union.

The winner of the accolade, which recognises footballers who are highlighting an issue and influencing change, will be announced on Thursday November 19.