Liverpool poised to defend their title as Chelsea grapple with Palmer injury and a hefty spending spree
Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca fears it could be impossible to stop Liverpool from retaining the Premier League crown.
Arne Slot’s champions have a five point cushion at the top after an undefeated start to the title defence.
However Maresca argues form and spending tilt the balance in Liverpool’s favour.
Chelsea are seven points off the pace after a Brentford draw and a Manchester United defeat.
Chelsea are holding a meeting to discuss Cole Palmer’s injury.
Meanwhile Liverpool have spent heavily this summer, breaking their transfer record twice.
They signed Florian Wirtz from Bayer Leverkusen in a deal that could reach £116m.
Additionally they moved for Alexander Isak, paying £125m on deadline day.
Altogether, Liverpool spent more than £400m on new signings this window.
TLDR
- Liverpool enter the season strong on form and a big-spending edge that raises expectations.
- Chelsea face disruption over Cole Palmer’s injury and a gap to the leaders.
- The transfer outlay signals Liverpool’s intent to stay at the summit this season.
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