Manuel Pellegrini (Man City – 2013/14) The only manager (until Slot and Liverpool do it) to win the Premier League in their first season at a club not named Chelsea, Manuel Pellegrini found success in a bloody brilliant year for England’s top flight.

Arne Slot is relishing the “big responsibility” for Liverpool as they look to wrap up the Premier League title. Arsenal’s draw with Crystal Palace in midweek means Liverpool need only a point against Tottenham on Sunday to be confirmed as champions, and cap a sensational first season in charge for Slot.

It says a lot about the way Arne Slot has gone about his business during his first season at Anfield that he needed an explanation as to why this 20th title will have an added touch of gravitas for su