Rio Ferdinand has already changed his stance on the Premier League title race just three games into the new season.

Defending champions Liverpool are the only team in the Premier League with a perfect record after three games.

Arne Slot’s side beat Bournemouth on the opening day before nicking a 3-2 win at Newcastle United and scoring a late goal to inflict an early blow on title rivals Arsenal.

Speaking before the season started, Ferdinand said only two teams – Liverpool and Manchester City – would be in the running to win the title.

Ferdinand still believes only teams are genuine title contenders but says Arsenal have replaced Man City as Liverpool’s biggest rival.

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