Tottenham focused much of their offseason energy on resolving their defensive deficiencies.
In replacing Younes Kaboul, Vlad Chiriches and Kyle Naughton (sold in January) with Kevin Wimmer, Toby Alderweireld and Kieran Trippier, Spurs substantially upgraded their options at the back.
Not only was the first-choice back line improved, but the options in reserve are now substantially stronger than they were.
Defending was Tottenham's greatest weakness last season, but they weren't especially effective at the other end of the pitch.
In a busy season, Tottenham racked up 91 goals in all competitions.
By comparison, Liverpool managed 74 goals, and their two most-prolific scorers—Raheem Sterling and penalty king Steven Gerrard—have left the club.