Salah made clear what he thought of this year's team compared to last year's Premier League title-winning team.

Mohamed Salah and Virgil van Dijk couldn't resist a smile as Declan Rice spoke about Arsenal's recent frustrations at the Professional Football Association's awards gala.

Liverpool fans are convinced that Mohamed Salah couldn't hide his reaction to the Arsenal star Declan Rice's comment during the PFA Awards.

Mohamed Salah has provided a diplomatic response when asked about the strength of Liverpool’s squad this season, as new players adjust to life at Anfield. It has been a busy summer for the Reds, with big money spent on the likes of Florian Wirtz and Hugo Ekitike and several high-profile names leaving the club.

Liverpool’s defence of their Premier League crown has barely begun, yet the battle lines are already being drawn. As ever, the opening weeks bring not only points but narratives, and Mohamed Salah has wasted no time in shaping one of his own.

Both Man City and Arsenal are expected to mount a title charge this season, but Salah has tipped the Gunners to win their first championship since 2004. Speaking at the PFA Awards ceremony in Manchester on Tuesday, Salah said he believes Arsenal are the favourites to win the league title this season.

The Premier League Team of the Year was revealed at the PFA awards on Tuesday night with two glaring omissions. This duo had been nominated for a top solo prize.