Liverpool has splashed out to defend its Premier League title as champions but faces stiff competition from an Arsenal side desperate to shake off its tag as nearly-men and a rejuvenated Manchester City.
After storming to a record-equaling 20th English top-flight title in Arne Slot's first season in charge, Liverpool has looked to build from a position of strength during a summer marked by tragedy.
Portuguese forward Diogo Jota was killed in a car accident alongside his brother last month, plunging the club into mourning.
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