Staying at the top is “the most important challenge” facing Liverpool, admits Xherdan Shaqiri, with the Reds needing to be in contention for major honours every year as they wait to discover whether a Premier League title will be secured in 2020.
Jurgen Klopp’s side enjoyed a memorable 12 months in 2019 as they collected Champions League, UEFA Super Cup and Club World Cup prizes.
A 25-point lead was also opened up at the top of the domestic table before football shut down amid the coronavirus pandemic and cast doubt over a first crown in 30 years being wrapped up.