Premier League result, latest updates and reaction after Reds earn huge win - Arne Slot’s side bid to extend lead over Arsenal at top of Premier League

Liverpool produced a rapid response to bottom side Southampton taking a shock lead at Anfield, as the Reds extended their advantage over Arsenal to a huge 16 points and took another step closer to the Premier League title on day which saw Mohamed Salah make more history.

Two sides at opposite ends of the table meet at Anfield on Saturday, as sinking Southampton look to keep matters competitive against champions elect Liverpool.  The home side have not been beaten in the EPL since their only domestic league defeat this term to Nottingham Forest back in September,

Starting lineup, confirmed team news and injury latest for Premier League - Arne Slot makes three changes ahead of a huge week for the Reds

Liverpool have the chance to increase their lead to 16 points in what is their only Premier League match this month

Liverpool host Southampton in the Premier League on Saturday looking to extend their lead atop the table to 16 points.

I am at this game for BBC Radio 5 Live and I would not be surprised if Liverpool make quite a few changes. They have got a big lead at the top of the Premier League but they still have work to do in the Champions League against Paris St-Germain next week.

Follow live coverage as Liverpool face Southampton today in the Premier League. Another top-flight season will be covered in full right here with The Independent, as reigning champions Manchester City look to make it an unprecedented five titles in a row come the end of 2024/25.