Liverpool manager Arne Slot said it is completely normal for his side to be viewed as favorites to retain their Premier League crown, citing last campaign’s success rather than their close-season transfer activity. Liverpool, who won the Premier League last season to secure a record-equalling 20th English title, have bolstered their squad with the arrivals of Florian Wirtz, Hugo Ekitike, Jeremie Frimpong, Milos Kerkez and others.

BBC Sport looks at who can challenge Liverpool this season after a summer of big recruitment from several teams.

Arne Slot conceded Liverpool were title favourites but said that was because of last season’s success, rather than spending that others had done too

Liverpool manager Arne Slot said it is completely normal for his side to be viewed as favorites to retain their Premier League crown, citing last campaign’s success rather than…

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