Following a thrilling 5-1 comeback victory over Tottenham Hotspur at Anfield, Liverpool officially secured the 2024-25 Premier League title with four matches to spare.
This triumph marks their second Premier League crown in five years, bringing their total top-flight league titles to 20, tying them with Manchester United for the most in English football history.
For the Reds, although early exits in the FA Cup and UEFA Champions League were disappointing, they achieved what many deemed a near-miraculous domestic campaign.
Now, with four league fixtures remaining, Liverpool have entered a “glory lap” phase, with the only remaining objective being individual accolades, such as Mohamed Salah’s pursuit of personal records.
Looking Back at 2024-25: The Birth of a Miracle
Rewind to the summer of 2024, and Liverpool were a club at a crossroads.
Legendary manager Jürgen Klopp had stepped down, and Arne Slot, an untested newcomer at this level, was appointed in his place.
Morale was low, key veterans like Mohamed Salah and Virgil van Dijk showed signs of decline, and uncertainty hung heavily over Anfield.
To make matters worse, Liverpool endured an almost barren transfer window:
- They only spent €12 million to sign Federico Chiesa Jr. from Juventus (who, due to injuries and inconsistency, made just 12 appearances across all competitions, scoring twice, and failed to start a single Premier League match).
- Giorgi Mamardashvili was secured for €30 million but was not set to join until the following summer.
0 major reinforcements + rookie head coach + aging core + morale crisis— Liverpool faced a grim outlook, and many pundits predicted they would struggle even to make the top four.
The Slot Miracle: From Doubts to Immortality
Against all odds, Slot’s Liverpool surged forward like a juggernaut:
- 7 wins in their first 8 Premier League matches, quickly climbing to the top of the table.
- After Matchday 13, Liverpool had registered an impressive 11 wins, 1 draw, and 1 loss, maintaining the top spot uninterrupted since Matchday 10.
- In the Champions League group stage, they achieved seven straight victories, securing early qualification.
- They also reached the EFL Cup final, showcasing their competitiveness across multiple fronts.
By February 2025, Liverpool were even chasing a potential quadruple. Although a slight dip came towards the end of February, they still held firm in the league and ultimately stood tallest in England once again.
Premier League History: Slot Joins an Elite Group
Slot became just the fifth manager in Premier League history to win the title in his debut season, following:
- José Mourinho (Chelsea, 2004-05)
- Carlo Ancelotti (Chelsea, 2009-10)
- Manuel Pellegrini (Manchester City, 2013-14)
- Claudio Ranieri (Leicester City, 2015-16)
- Antonio Conte (Chelsea, 2016-17)
However, what sets Slot apart is the minimal transfer spending involved.
While others spent massive sums (Conte – €133M, Pellegrini – €116M, Mourinho – €162M), Slot achieved glory with a mere €12M addition—a historic “low-budget” championship triumph.
Internal Resurgence: The Three Pillars of Liverpool’s Revival
Liverpool’s stunning success was built on internal rejuvenation rather than external reinforcements. Three key figures emerged as transformative:
- Ryan Gravenberch: Once dismissed under Klopp, Gravenberch blossomed into one of the finest defensive midfielders in Europe under Slot. His interception skills, progressive passing, and tactical discipline were vital in fortifying Liverpool’s midfield.
- Mohamed Salah: Despite a dip during Ramadan, the 37-year-old “Egyptian King” was a force of nature, delivering 28 goals and 18 assists in the league, closing in on a historic 30+20 season. Had Liverpool gone further in Europe, Salah would have been a leading Ballon d’Or contender.
- Virgil van Dijk: Although occasionally complacent, Van Dijk largely rediscovered his imperious best, anchoring a Liverpool defense that recorded its best defensive numbers in years.
Together with Alexis Mac Allister and Dominik Szoboszlai, Gravenberch helped forge the “Mac-8-Grav” trio—one of Europe’s most dominant midfield units.
Adversity Breeds Greatness: Liverpool’s New Era Begins
Liverpool’s 2024-25 Premier League triumph is far more than just a trophy; it is a story of resilience, belief, and rebirth.
A rookie manager, minimal transfer backing, aging stars rejuvenated—this Liverpool side overcame staggering odds to reclaim their place atop English football and reassert their authority across Europe.
Looking ahead, with Slot’s tactical evolution and gradual squad strengthening, Liverpool are not just matching Manchester United—they are poised to surpass them and usher in a new Red Dynasty.
Anfield once again roars not just with memories of the past, but with the anticipation of an even greater future.
