The Reds have won all three of their opening fixtures, but performances have split opinion. Some critics have even labelled Arne Slot, August’s Manager of the Month, as “lucky”, though few can argue with Liverpool’s position at the top of the table.

Tomorrow’s trip to Turf Moor will be no easy assignment. Scott Parker’s Burnley showed grit and quality in their narrow defeat at Old Trafford and will look to make life difficult for the champions.

One subplot to watch could be the potential Liverpool debut of record signing Alexander Isak. The record-breaking striker is still short of full fitness, but his arrival comes at a crucial time. Liverpool’s attacking options looked thin before his signing, and with two games a week on the horizon, Slot will need every weapon available.

The fixture list will test Liverpool’s depth. A Carabao Cup clash with Southampton adds to the workload, while the Champions League returns with Slot eyeing a long run to Budapest after last season’s disappointment.

The standout tie of September remains the Merseyside Derby at Anfield. Everton arrive revitalised, inspired by Premier League Player of the Month Jack Grealish, in what promises to be a fiery early kick-off.

If Liverpool emerge from September unbeaten in Europe, alive in all three competitions, and leading the Premier League, the warning signs will be ominous for their rivals. Although they may not yet be performing at their peak, the growth of Florian Wirtz in his role and the consistent positive results are instilling confidence that momentum is inevitable.

The question is simple: come October, will Arne Slot’s Liverpool be out in front or forced to play catch-up?