The Reds currently sit six points behind Manchester City in the league standings, albeit with a game in hand. They could go within three points of the holders if they beat Leeds United on Wednesday. The two teams still have to face each other in the league in April.
Klopp has said that his team need to be ‘as annoying as possible’ to remain in the hunt for the league title. Speaking ahead of the Leeds game, the German tactician said:
He added:
Klopp was all praise for Manchester City and other teams that have ‘pushed’ each other in the league. He also mentioned that the crucial time of the season is yet to come, in March and April, saying:
The Reds manager added:
“The decisions will be made later” - Jurgen Klopp on title race between Liverpool and Manchester City
Klopp also highlighted how tough it would be between now and the end of the season to maintain consistency. Liverpool travel to league leaders Manchester City in April, but have some big fixtures before that clash.
Klopp said in this regard:
He lauded the Reds for their achievements in the last few years, but said he wants them to accomplish more, saying:
The Liverpool manager concluded:
After facing Leeds, Liverpool will face Chelsea in the EFL Cup final on Sunday. Meanwhile, Manchester City travel to Everton in the Premier League on Saturday hoping to avoid another slip-up after their surprise home defeat to Tottenham Hotspur last weekend.
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