Victory for the Reds over the weekend and defeat for their arch-rivals means there are now just two points separating the sides in the Premier League
Jurgen Klopp has Manchester United in his sights after seeing Liverpool close to within two points of their arch-rivals in the Premier League table.
Another intriguing round of fixtures in the English top-flight has intensified the battle for Champions League spots.
Manchester City, who are now 16 points clear at the summit, are running away with the title, but second and fifth are separated by just six points.
Liverpool have moved up to third, following a comfortable 2-0 victory over Southampton, with a shock 1-0 defeat for United at Newcastle leaving Jose Mourinho’s side within striking distance for Klopp and his ambitious troops on Merseyside.