Who ' s in and who ' s out ?
Season expectations ?
What ' s their reality ?
Fixtures to look out for
Key Man : Philippe Coutniho
Young Star : Marko Grujic Marmite Man : Alberto Moreno In 3 Words : Gegen , crocked , hopeful Odds ( Bet356 ): Title : 8 / 1 Relegation : 600 / 1 Prediction : 6th
Liverpool
Last Season Premier League : 8th FA Cup : Fourth Round League Cup : Runner-up Europa League : Runner-up Top Scorer ( all ): Daniel Sturridge ( 13 )
Hope and heartbreak optimised Jurgen Klopp ' s first season in charge at Anfield . The lovable German steered his side to both the League Cup and Europa League finals , only to lose both . Despite those final hurdle jitters , there were promising signs , albeit mixed with a hefty dose of defensive frailty and poor finishing . Daniel Sturridge showcased his best form towards the latter part of the campaign , but it was another injury plagued year for the England striker . Another top quality striker is surely essential if Klopp has hopes of improving on their eighth place showing . One thing is for sure . When there ' s Klopp , there is entertainment . The German has already won the hearts of English fans and will hope to transfer his positive philosophy to matters on the field .
Who ' s in and who ' s out ?
Saido Mane is the headline signing so far , arriving from Liverpool ' s favourite feeder club Southampton for an eye watering £ 34m . Joel Matip has arrived at Anfield on a free , with fellow centre back cover joining him in the shape of Estonia captain Ragnar Klavan . Georginio Wijnaldum cost another £ 23m from Newcastle , while many have left . Martin Skrtel , Joe Allen , Kolo Toure and Jordan Ibe are among many to be shown the door by Klopp .
Season expectations ?
The cliche ' it ' s our year ' will leave the lips of a few Liverpool fans , but a return to the Champions League would be the realistic starting block in Klopp ' s first full season . Without European football , it could be a chance to climb the table .
What ' s their reality ?
Transforming Liverpool back into a heavyweight will be no quick fix , even for Klopp . Time will be needed , and this will be a season to soon for any talk of title ambitions . Fourth at best , but a Europa League spot could be the best outcome .
Fixtures to look out for
Man United at home on October 15th and Everton away in mid-December are the standouts . Despite a smooth ending , their start is tough . They face Arsenal , Spurs and Chelsea in their first three away games .
Key Man : Philippe Coutniho
Young Star : Marko Grujic Marmite Man : Alberto Moreno In 3 Words : Gegen , crocked , hopeful Odds ( Bet356 ): Title : 8 / 1 Relegation : 600 / 1 Prediction : 6th