Former Manchester United defender Patrice Evra has warned Liverpool it “can’t just buy trophies” as the Reds prepare to defend their title.

Arne Slot’s side takes on Bournemouth later as it kicks off the 2025/26 Premier League season.

Giovanni Leoni looks set to be the next new signing confirmed, with Slot having confirmed that a deal has been agreed for the Parma defender, and there could be a couple more big names to follow before the window closes on September 1.

Liverpool remains in talks over a potential deal for Marc Guehi, while the Alexander Isak saga rumbles on, with Newcastle boss Eddie Howe confirming he won’t feature this weekend as he looks to force an exit.

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Having wasted no time in strengthening following last season’s title triumph, the Reds have been made the favorites to make it back-to-back crowns by a lot of pundits, although Evra has supplied a warning for Slot and his team.

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Liverpool will be looking to defend it's title this season.

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