Liverpool's title odds are perceived as favorites, not due to a lavish transfer season, according to Slot, but rather as a result of their successful preceding season.
Liverpool Begin 2022-23 Season as Premier League Title Contenders
Liverpool FC, fresh off their 20th English title win last season, are gearing up for the 2022-23 Premier League season with high expectations. The Reds, under the management of Arne Slot, are expected to be in a close title race primarily with Manchester City.
The team's strong squad and previous season's success have positioned them as one of the favourites for the title. Liverpool have bolstered their ranks in the close season, signing players like Federico Chiesa from Juventus and adding talents such as Florian Wirtz, Hugo Ekitike, Jeremie Frimpong, and Milos Kerkez.
However, the title defense could hinge on the form of Mohamed Salah, who was instrumental in their previous title win. A potential dip in form could pose challenges for the Reds. Other concerns have been raised about potential vulnerabilities, such as a possible weakness on Liverpool’s right side and defensive frailties that could be exploited if key players like Salah underperform.
Despite these concerns, Slot believes that Liverpool are favourites due to their success last season and their play. He also acknowledges that all other Premier League teams have also strengthened their squads in the close season, making the competition tough.
Liverpool will face FA Cup winners Crystal Palace in the FA Community Shield showdown at Wembley on Sunday. The Reds will be without Diogo Jota, who was involved in a car crash and died last month, and Trent Alexander-Arnold, who has left for Real Madrid. Jarell Quansah has also joined Bayer Leverkusen from Liverpool.
Luis Diaz has moved to Bayern Munich from Liverpool, while Bayern's Serge Gnabry is set to join Manchester City. The transfer activity has added another layer of complexity to the upcoming season, with all teams aiming to strengthen their squads and challenge for the title.
Despite the changes, Liverpool's ambition remains the same: to compete for every trophy. As the season kicks off, the Reds will be looking to build on their success and continue their dominance in the Premier League.
In the upcoming 2022-23 season, Liverpool FC, who have recently signed players like Federico Chiesa and Florian Wirtz, aim to strengthen their position in European leagues, particularly the Premier League. Despite the sale of Luis Diaz to Bayern Munich and the departure of Trent Alexander-Arnold to Real Madrid, the Reds remain focused on competing for every trophy, particularly the Premier League title, where they will face stiff competition from other teams that have also bolstered their squads.
