Liverpool’s defence of their Premier League title is already generating major discussion, with Roy Keane revealing he was tempted to back us—but ultimately stuck with Arsenal as his prediction.
Roy Keane on Liverpool’s title hopes
Speaking on The Overlap, Keane said:
> “I’d like to go with Liverpool now, but I still think if they lose one or two centre-backs to injury, there could be a real dip. No doubt about it.”
The ex-Manchester United skipper also explained why he and Gary Neville initially chose Arsenal to win the league, highlighting summer signings like Eberechi Eze and Martin Zubimendi as key factors.
Still, despite praising Arsenal’s squad, Keane questioned Mikel Arteta’s mindset, suggesting the manager lacks the mental edge needed to lead a team to the title.
Jamie Carragher weighed in too, pointing to Arsenal’s over-reliance on set-pieces. He argued that if that trend continues, they’ll only have “half a chance” at lifting the trophy.
Why Liverpool may have the edge over Arsenal
Keane’s comments reflect growing awareness of Liverpool’s potential vulnerability in defence. The long-term injury to Giovanni Leoni has already created problems for Arne Slot, leaving the team short on centre-back options.
However, Liverpool’s investment in attack—bringing in Alexander Isak, Hugo Ekitike, and Florian Wirtz—demonstrates a clear intent to refresh the forward line and strengthen the squad overall.
The fact that Keane wanted to back Liverpool, even while acknowledging the risk of injuries, speaks volumes about how strong the start to the season has been.
Even in competitions like the Carabao Cup, head coach Arne Slot is demanding the highest standards—evidence of the winning mentality being built.
Having claimed the Premier League title in Slot’s debut season and added significant squad depth over the summer, Liverpool now seem well-positioned to prove the likes of Keane, Neville, and Ian Wright wrong.
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