Melissa Reddy (Goal.com)

Who will win the league?

There will be six teams hugely confident that they could and should be the answer to that question, which will provide the platform for another highly competitive season. Manchester City, Manchester United, Chelsea, Tottenham, Arsenal and Liverpool will all have designs on the title, but it is Pep Guardiola who possesses the deepest squad. The Etihad side have corrected weaknesses, waved off players well past their best, and added more dynamism to their options. They are not without their flaws, but should be well placed to build on the manager's first season in the Premier League.

Where will Liverpool finish?

The aim will undoubtedly be first, with Jürgen Klopp saying "you don't start a season without ambition." The previous campaign showed that when Liverpool are close to fielding their strongest XI, they are formidable. It also illustrated that key injuries at crucial times can curtail much of the good work, and with the demands of continental football added into the equation - the Reds will back themselves to progress past Hoffenheim in the play-offs - squad depth will again prove critical. Having developed together for another year and with the additions of Mohamed Salah, Dominic Solanke and Andy Robertson, the Merseysiders should be more advanced in 2017-18. They are, however, still short in the heart of defence and could do with another quality, versatile option in midfield. Should Liverpool adequately strengthen, they will believe they can be genuine contenders, with qualification for the Champions League again a must.

What do you think of the new additions to the squad?

Mohamed Salah has all the attributes to elevate Klopp's assertive blueprint and he will be a nightmarish proposition for defences both domestically and in Europe. The Egyptian will negate the over-reliance on Sadio Mane and can switch with his fellow speedster in-game to vary Liverpool's attacks. The signing of Salah to slot into the front three frees Philippe Coutinho to be the creative architect in midfield and it would be unsurprising if the club's record purchase becomes one of the league's best players in the new season. Dominic Solanke maximised his minutes in pre-season to show Klopp he is an option for now, not the future. Intelligent movement, an appetite to press, the ability to be decisive in the final third - it's apparent why the 19-year-old won the Golden Ball as England lifted the U20 World Cup. He is an incredibly exciting talent, and moreover, one determined to capitalise on every opportunity he is given. What Andy Robertson can offer in an offensive sense is apparent and he has heightened the competition at left-back, which has long been a problem position.

Surprise package team?

I'd love Huddersfield to continue their rapid, against-the-odds ascent under David Wagner. Their final four games are as testing as they come - Chelsea, Everton, Manchester City and Arsenal - but hopefully by then they'd have done enough great work to secure another season in the top flight.

Player of the Year?

Prior to suffering ankle ligament damage last season, Philippe Coutinho was the standout player in the Premier League. Here's crossing fingers that the Brazilian won't be hampered by another major setback as he continues to prove he is an elite performer, who is still nowhere near his ceiling.

Relegated?

Brighton, Watford, Swansea.

LFC player to watch?

As above, Coutinho, but the fireworks from Mane and Salah this season is sure to be very special.

One hope as a reporter this season?

That towards the end of it, I'm still covering games decisive to Liverpool's ambitions.