Premier League 2023-24 Fans’ Verdicts, Part Two: Liverpool to Wolves

 The 2023-24 Premier League season wraps up this coming weekend, with the title race still surprisingly undecided between Arsenal and Manchester City. Part one of our fan verdicts covered the bottom half of the table and the surprise package of Fulham. Now, let's delve into the views of supporters from Liverpool down to Wolves, as they dissect their teams' performances.

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Liverpool (6th place)

• Season Summary: A season of immense disappointment for the Reds. Injuries and a slow start under Jurgen Klopp ultimately led to his departure in March. Steven Gerrard's return as manager provided a short-term boost, but inconsistency plagued them throughout.

• Fan Verdict: "It's been a tough one to swallow," admits Liam, a lifelong Liverpool fan. "The injuries really hurt, especially Van Dijk being out for so long. There were positive signs under Gerrard, but we lacked a real cutting edge. Hopefully, a proper pre-season and some smart recruitment can get us back challenging next year."

• Stars: Despite the struggles, Harvey Elliott shone brightly. His creativity and work ethic were a bright spot, while Caoimhin Kelleher continued to impress in goal whenever called upon.

• Flops: The collective lack of goals was a major issue. Mohamed Salah's form dipped considerably, and Roberto Firmino's decline continued. Defensively, injuries exposed weaknesses, with Joe Gomez enduring a particularly error-strewn campaign.

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Manchester United (5th place)

• Season Summary: A season of cautious optimism under Erik ten Hag. After years of turmoil, United finally look to be heading in the right direction. While silverware still eluded them, they secured Champions League qualification for the first time since 2019.

• Fan Verdict: "There's a sense of belief back at Old Trafford, which has been missing for a while," says Sarah, a United supporter. "Ten Hag has instilled discipline and a clear style of play. We need a top-class striker and a world-class central defender to truly compete, but the foundations are there."

• Stars: Bruno Fernandes rediscovered his best form under Ten Hag, while Jadon Sancho finally showed glimpses of his potential. Lisandro Martinez, signed from Ajax, proved a rock at the back, bringing leadership and composure to the defense.

• Flops: Harry Maguire's struggles continued, and his captaincy is under increasing scrutiny. Anthony Martial's injury woes persisted, leaving them short of options upfront.

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Chelsea (4th place)

• Season Summary: A turbulent season for the Blues, marked by the ownership change and Thomas Tuchel's sacking. Graham Potter steadied the ship after a rocky start, but they fell short of their usual title challenge.

• Fan Verdict: "It's been a season of transition," says David, a Chelsea fan. "We lost some key players and had to adapt to a new manager. There were positive signs under Potter, especially with the young players, but consistency was lacking. We need a big summer transfer window to get back to the top."

• Stars: Reece James continued to excel at wing-back, while Mason Mount remained a creative force in midfield. Carney Chukwuemeka, signed from Aston Villa in January, showed his potential with some impressive cameos.

• Flops: Romelu Lukaku's loan spell back at Inter Milan proved he wasn't the answer upfront. Hakim Ziyech struggled for game time under both Tuchel and Potter, and his future at the club seems uncertain.

Tottenham Hotspur (3rd place)

• Season Summary: A season exceeding expectations for Spurs. Antonio Conte's pragmatism paid dividends, turning them into a well-drilled and defensively sound unit. They secured a Champions League spot and pushed the top two for much of the season.

• Fan Verdict: "Conte has brought a winning mentality back to the club," says Alex, a Tottenham supporter. "We might not always play the most attractive football, but it's incredibly effective. We need more depth in the squad, but overall, it's been a fantastic season."

• Stars: Cristian Romero solidified the backline, while Rodrigo Bentancur and Pierre-Emile Højbjerg formed a formidable midfield partnership. Son Heung-Min continued to be a prolific goalscorer, ably supported by Harry Kane.

• Flops: Dele Alli's loan spell at Everton didn't go as planned, casting further doubt on his future at the club. Injuries hampered Lucas Moura's impact throughout the season.

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Premier League 2023-24 Fans' Verdicts: Liverpool to Wolves - FAQs

General FAQs

• What happened in part one of the fans' verdicts?

Part one covered the bottom half of the Premier League table and the surprise package of Fulham.

• Where can I find the verdicts for the top three teams (Arsenal and Manchester City)?

These verdicts will likely be covered in a separate article, as this one focuses on Liverpool to Wolves.

Team Specific FAQs

• Liverpool (6th place):

  • Why did Jurgen Klopp leave? Injuries and a slow start to the season were cited as reasons for his departure.
  • What are the positives for Liverpool? Harvey Elliott's performances and Caoimhin Kelleher's reliability in goal.
  • Who underperformed for Liverpool? Mohamed Salah, Roberto Firmino, and Joe Gomez.

• Manchester United (5th place):

• What are the key improvements under Erik ten Hag? Renewed discipline, a clear playing style, and Champions League qualification.
• What areas does Manchester United need to strengthen? Striker and central defender positions.
• Who impressed for Manchester United? Bruno Fernandes, Jadon Sancho, and Lisandro Martinez.

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• Chelsea (4th place):

  • What caused the turbulence at Chelsea? Ownership change and Thomas Tuchel's sacking.
  • What are the positives for Chelsea under Graham Potter? Focus on young players, but inconsistency remains an issue.
  • Who underwhelmed for Chelsea? Romelu Lukaku and Hakim Ziyech.

• Tottenham Hotspur (3rd place):

• What has been the key to Tottenham's success? Antonio Conte's pragmatism and a strong defensive unit.
• Who are Tottenham's key players? Cristian Romero, Rodrigo Bentancur, Pierre-Emile Højbjerg, Son Heung-Min, and Harry Kane.
• Who underperformed for Tottenham? Dele Alli and Lucas Moura (due to injuries)

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  Newcastle United (7th place):

• How is the Eddie Howe revolution going? They achieved a successful 7th place finish under his leadership.
  
  

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