Liverpool boss Arne Slot is already planning for next season as his side close in on the Premier League title in 2025. The Reds have stormed clear of their rivals at the top of the EPL rankings in recent weeks and the Dutch coach looks set to secure an impressive league trophy in his first campaign at Anfield.

Given Liverpool's huge lead atop the Premier League table all eyes are now focused on when they can lift the trophy.

Brighton midfielder Carlos Baleba has been told to push for a move to Liverpool as Chelsea – another club he is being linked with – are a ‘step below the Premier League leaders. Baleba, 21, has caught the eye of several clubs during two impressive seasons at Brighton.

The two of them banged their chests and waved their fists in the driving rain, but the look they gave Liverpool’s joyous fans was one of defiance and steely focus, eyes fixed on the prize. This was the day Liverpool took another giant step towards the Premier League title.

If the joyous fans at Anfield on Wednesday celebrated as if they were witnessing a Premier League title in the making, neither Liverpool boss Arne Slot nor his players were getting carried away in what has been an outstanding season,