Speaking to the press (via avfc.co.uk), the Aston Villa boss admitted that Liverpool’s recent success under Arne Slot has been nothing short of “amazing”. “I have massive respect for them,” said the Spaniard.

The January transfer window will soon be on the radar of Aston Villa fans, who will be anticipating improvements to Unai Emery’s squad.

Arne Slot will make a late decision on whether Ryan Gravenberch can start against Aston Villa but Liverpool record signing Alexander Isak and midfielder Curtis Jones are expected to miss the Saturday night clash at Anfield.