Liverpool, Arsenal, Man City, Chelsea, Newcastle, Spurs, Aston Villa, Nottingham Forest and Crystal Palace will participate across the UEFA Champions League, Europa League and Conference League next season;

Liverpool will begin its latest Premier League title defense at home to Bournemouth on Aug. 15 while Manchester United will host Arsenal in the opening round of next season

Of course, Pep – serial title-winner, spent a gazillion-pounds to plug holes and having his best player returning – is clearly facing a steep learning curve now. Meanwhile, Amorim apparently needs three full seasons just to get his footing. All perfectly reasonable conclusions. No notes.