As for next season. I think only City, Arsenal and possibly Newcastle will be growing from a position of strength. Liverpool is a team of (Very good) players past their prime. They have got a lot of recruitment to do to be a major force next year. Some good youngsters but 8 players 30 or over...
I wouldnt be disappointed for me, but would feel for RDZ and TB. TB because it would make it easier for him to keep the players we need. For RDZ, I hope it would spur him on to achieve even better results next season. You have to remember he came in 6 games after the start,without a pre season...