Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta believes new Liverpool manager Arne Slot can emulate his predecessor Jurgen Klopp and be genuine title contenders this season.
The Reds beat Arsenal 2-1 in Philadelphia on Wednesday night with goals from Mohamed Salah and Fabio Carvalho and Arteta has seen enough to insist Slot’s Liverpool will be in the mix for trophies this year.
“I think so,” Arteta said. “We all have to start competing and earning our right to show how good we are.
“But the team’s looking good. With the games I’ve seen in pre-season, it’s clear what he’s been trying to implement.
“There are certain differences. Every coach has his touch. There are certain individuals that make the characteristics of the team as well – one is the style of play and then the DNA of certain players that put the stamp on the team.
“It was a tough game for us.”
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