Liverpool Remain Premier League Favourites Despite £300m Net Transfer Deficit

Liverpool manager Arne Slot has emphasized that the team is considered Premier League title favourites primarily because they won the championship last season, not merely due to their extensive summer transfer spending. While Liverpool has spent nearly £300 million on new signings, including Florian Wirtz and Hugo Ekitike, they have also seen significant departures such as Trent Alexander-Arnold, Luis Diaz, and the tragic loss of Diogo Jota. Slot pointed out that other Premier League clubs are also investing heavily, making it misleading to view Liverpool's favourites status as solely a result of their spending. He stressed that the club's ambition remains unchanged—to compete for every trophy—and that their previous season's success is the key factor for their favourites tag. Liverpool will start their new campaign in the Community Shield against Crystal Palace and open the Premier League season against Bournemouth. The manager also acknowledged the emotional impact of Jota's death, with tributes planned before the upcoming matches.