Liverpool stay in the title race on merit

Arne Slot argues Liverpool’s title bid should be judged on performance, not the size of their transfer budget.

Slot pushes back on spending as Liverpool aim for title

Liverpool head coach Arne Slot pushed back against the idea that their Premier League title bid hinges on money. He said it would be normal to be among the favourites after winning last season, but stressed that Liverpool’s net spend over the past two seasons is not in their favour when compared with rivals. The club has spent close to 300m this summer and recouped about 150m in player sales, with more departures expected before the window closes.

Slot noted that big transfer fees are common in the league and that high price tags could be part of the market for targets like Florian Wirtz or Alexander Isak. He pointed to Sunderland’s wealth as part of the dynamic in a league where promotion heightens spending. He reaffirmed Liverpool’s ambition to compete for every trophy and signaled willingness to invest further if a top target becomes available.

The manager’s stance reflects a familiar tension in top flight football between spending and results. Slot tries to frame the debate around performance on the pitch, while acknowledging that the market exercise around the league remains intense. For fans and rivals, the exchange highlights how the title race now intertwines football strategy with financial heft. In the coming weeks, attention will turn to whether Liverpool can translate disciplined spending into sustained success without compromising long term balance.

Highlights

The transfer window still has weeks to run and the outcome may hinge on smart, targeted additions.