The two clubs suffered a caustic relationship after Jose Mourinho claimed the Reds scored a “ghost goal” in the 2005 Champions League semi-final against Rafa Benitez’s side. The Reds enjoyed more success in Europe back then while the Blues won more trophies at home.

Enzo Maresca makes Chelsea title admission as he bids to reignite Liverpool rivalry - Blues would move to within just a point of the early Premier League pacesetters with victory at Anfield this weeke

Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca has hinted that Jadon Sancho has impressed during the early stages of his Blues career because of the club’s philosophy of “working hard”. The west London giants snapped up the winger from Manchester United in an initial loan deal in the summer and will make the move permanent at the end of the campaign.

Reece James is fit to return for Chelsea against Liverpool after his latest injury with Enzo Maresca revealing a new plan to ensure the right-back remains fit. James has not featured for the Blues this season after sustaining another hamstring issue.

Chelsea travel to face Liverpool as Premier League football returns following the international break, and the Blues have been handed a key fitness boost. Enzo Maresca’s side have been unbeaten in the league on the road so far,

Chelsea face a challenging test when they travel to Anfield on Sunday to face Arne Slot's Liverpool, with Enzo Maresca set to be without three first-team players.

Our opinion on the latest Chelsea news and transfer gossip ahead of the Blues' clash against Liverpool this weekend