An away clash at Bournemouth might not have been underlined as a major obstacle in Liverpool's pursuit of the Premier League title but Saturday's clash on the south coast suddenly looks anything but a relaxed trip to the seaside.

They will want to stay within their own budget, with regards to transfer fees and salaries, but Bournemouth are a lot more competitive than people realise. They have managed to find really good players along the way anyway and it is why they are in the position they are this season.

BOURNEMOUTH have defied expectations to be one of the Premier League’s great heavy-hitting underdogs so far this season. Under Andoni Iraola’s tutelage, the Cherries find themselves

They can complete a very special quadruple by toppling leaders Liverpool on the south coast on Saturday afternoon, and belief will be sky-high after their 5-0 thrashing of Nottingham Forest. Can they do it? Let's take a closer look at their credentials…

Here, Sports Mole takes a closer look at Salah's record against Bournemouth before Saturday's Premier League contest. Averaging one goal contribution per game against Bournemouth for Liverpool, Mohamed Salah has had a direct hand in 11 efforts from 11 games against the Cherries, nine of his own and two assists.

The Mancunians avoided an embarrassing early exit from the Champions League with a comeback win against Club Brugge to make the playoffs to get into the Champions League knockout round, but it’s their league form that should worry Arsenal fans. The Sky Blues brushed Chelsea aside 3-1 last weekend and have scored 15 goals in their past four matches.

For now, fans should recognise they are living through the best period in Bournemouth's history - and enjoy the ride.

After another masterful performance at the weekend, Bournemouth's stunning season is discussed on The Totally Football Show

It's easy to forget that Bournemouth were on the verge of going out of business just 17 years ago. They owed over £2m to the bank, they were in the bottom division, and they were given a 17 point deduction.

Paul Merson insists Liverpool are ‘favourites’ to win the Premier League but says their title push could start to falter if Virgil van Dijk was to pick up an injury. Arne Slot’s side have moved six points clear at the top of the Premier League and have a game in hand over title rivals Arsenal.

Arsenal coach Mikel Arteta said his side could handle any opposition after progressing directly to the Champions League last 16 with a 2-1 win at Girona