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Are Liverpool aiming to defend Premier League crown without a direct number nine?

2025-06-27 3,936 Dailymotion

As Arne Slot begins his first full summer in charge, Liverpool’s transfer approach raises a familiar tactical question: will they once again go without an out-and-out number nine? Fresh off a Premier League title win, the early signs suggest Slot is prioritising flexibility over a fixed focal point up front.
We spoke to Will Rooney of LiverpoolWorld to get his insight on whether Slot’s side can retain their crown with this strategy, and how the club’s recruitment reflects a long-term belief in adaptability over convention.