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'Top four is an absolute must for Man United but beware Tottenham and the Antonio Conte bounce': Rio Ferdinand and Steve Sidwell weigh-in on chances of Champions League qualification for Ralf Rangnick's side

The fight for this season's top four is heating up with Manchester United in the mix against Tottenham, Arsenal and West Ham.

Ralf Rangnick's side claimed three points against Brentford on Wednesday night in a 3-1 win to position themselves in seventh with 35 points.

The Gunners are also on 35 having played one game fewer and Spurs have 36 points but crucially, two games in hand over the Old Trafford club.

Manchester United boosted their top four ambitions with a victory over Brentford

Manchester United boosted their top four ambitions with a victory over Brentford

Rio Ferdinand weighed in on the top four battle and thinks United's saving grace is that the teams around them will not go on a five or 10 game winning run

Rio Ferdinand weighed in on the top four battle and thinks United's saving grace is that the teams around them will not go on a five or 10 game winning run

After the win against Brentford, Rio Ferdinand and Steve Sidwell spoke about the importance of finishing in the top four for United this season.