BBC News: two newly signed players agree on Liverpool decision to meet expectation ahead of premier league clubs

Keane said: “Liverpool have had a good start. They are going under the radar and they will be delighted with their start.”

Neville agreed, saying: “They have a world class manager who has brought stability to that football club and everyone believes in, that is so important.

Speaking on Sky Sports, the discussion continued, with second-placed Tottenham written off despite a good start and West Ham, who are behind Liverpool in fourth, praised for their performances so far.

Key to their form has been James Ward-Prowse and fellow pundit Theo Walcott admitted he was surprised Liverpool weren’t interested in taking the midfielder from Southampton after the exit of Jordan Henderson to Saudi Arabia. Ward-Prowse would join the Hammers for £30m

Asked by Neville if he was surprised Ward-Prowse didn’t join a top six club, Walcott said: “I can’t lie I was surprised especially with the likes of Liverpool with (Jordan) Henderson moving on. There are reasons we may or may not know, but it is a perfect fit for David Moyes right now.”