the Blues will be serious contenders for the title, potentially going toe-to-toe with his own Liverpool side.
Chelsea, under the guidance of Enzo Maresca, finished fourth last season and lifted both the UEFA Conference League and the revamped FIFA Club World Cup.
Their summer has been equally impressive, with a £250 million investment bringing in talents like Joao Pedro, Jamie Gittens, Jorrel Hato, and Liam Delap
Slot believes this spending spree, combined with Maresca’s tactical acumen, has positioned Chelsea as one of the teams to watch.
“I expected them to win last season already,” Slot told talkSPORT, highlighting Chelsea’s strong start and their presence in the title race through the first half of the campaign.
‘The amount of quality they have and they were there at the start of the season. They were in [the title race] after ten games. They were still there [in December].
‘Squad depth, quality, they have a very good manager as well, and I think they’ve shown this by winning the trophies they won last season.
‘It was good for us that they also had a period last season where they struggled and that’s why they couldn’t compete till the end for the league title
‘But now they’re strengthening the team again, so a team that’s, in my opinion, one of the ones that are going to challenge for a league title.’
He praised their squad depth, quality, and managerial leadership, noting that their mid-season dip was the only reason they didn’t push Liverpool all the way.
Slot’s remarks are not just flattery—they reflect a growing sentiment among pundits that Chelsea are emerging from a period of transition with renewed strength.
Their ability to compete across multiple competitions last season, coupled with strategic reinforcements, suggests they’re ready to climb higher in the league standings.
While Liverpool remain favorites to defend their crown, Slot’s recognition of Chelsea as a genuine threat adds intrigue to the title race. It’s a clear message: the Blues are no longer rebuilding—they’re ready to contend.
As Chelsea prepare to kick off their season against Crystal Palace, fans will be eager to see if Slot’s prediction holds true. One thing’s certain: the battle at the top is about to get even more intense.
