Liverpool have already solved a huge problem months ahead of schedule with a crucial bit of transfer business. The Reds have been among the Premier League 's biggest spenders, splashing over £250million on several new signings. The likes of Florian Wirtz, Milos Kerkez and Hugo Ekitike have all joined the Anfield giants since the end of last season.

Liverpool head coach Arne Slot has said it will be harder than ever before to win the Premier League this season as they prepare to defend their title.

Arne Slot has told his Liverpool players to get used to having a target on their back as they look to replicate their Premier League dominance of last season. Slot's side launch the defence of the crown they claimed with such distinction and authority in May with a tricky-looking visit by Bournemouth in the top flight's season curtain-raiser.