Liverpool manager, Arne Slot says he believes Chelsea will finish among the top teams in the Premier League by season’s end, citing their strength in the second half of last season and recent investments.
“Chelsea demonstrated their strength in the second half of last season, and with their recent investments, they’ll likely be in and around the top of the Premier League,” Slot said in a post-match interview.
Chelsea currently occupies sixth place in the Premier League table with 14 points after eight games. Despite this, Slot’s assessment suggests the team’s current standing does not reflect their true potential.
Chelsea’s recent transfers and squad strengthening support Slot’s prediction. Their challenging performance against Ajax, which Slot acknowledged as “not an easy game,” also underscores their capabilities.
He said:
“I think everyone that saw the game knows that this wasn’t easy and I said before that Chelsea showed in the second half of last season how good a team they are.
“They invested even more so, for us, it’s very good that we made a bit of a gap towards them because they will be, in my opinion, at the end of the season in and around the top of the Premier League.”
The Premier League’s competitive landscape will continue to evolve throughout the season.
Teams like Arsenal, Manchester City, and Liverpool are strong contenders, but Chelsea’s squad depth and quality give them an edge.
Slot’s assessment underscores Chelsea’s potential for a strong finish. With their talent and resources, Chelsea is poised to climb the table and challenge for a top-four spot.
As the season unfolds, Chelsea’s true strength will be revealed, and Slot’s prediction will be put to the test.
