Michael Owen delivers Liverpool verdict after win over Manchester United

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Michael Owen has explained how many points he thinks Liverpool will need to secure Champions League football next season. The ex-striker was discussing the club’s fortunes to Premier League Productions after last night’s 4-2 win over Manchester United.

The Reds were excellent against the Red Devils. A Roberto Firmino brace and goals from Diogo Jota and Mohamed Salah saw Liverpool return to form with a vengeance.

The game was a rearranged affair and United clearly missed the influence of Harry Maguire at the back. For Liverpool though, this was more than just three points, it was a morale-boosting victory.

Owen believes Liverpool are now back in contention for a Champions League berth with last night’s win at Old Trafford. He does think they’ll need to finish with a flourish though.

He told Premier League Productions: “It was a massive game and a massive result, they’re right back in contention. If they get 12 points from their last four games, I am pretty sure they’ll be playing Champions League football next season. It’s a huge result.”

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The Reds have come undone this season against teams who they should have been beating. Home defeats have come against Burnley, Brighton and Fulham, with West Brom leaving Anfield with a point.

With the Clarets, Seagulls and Baggies now on the fixture list between now and the end of the campaign, Klopp must ensure his team are geared up for the run-in.

It would be quite an achievement if Liverpool managed to finish the season with a top-four finish. They’ve looked miles off the pace since Christmas and injuries have robbed them of a proper title defence.

Owen is right to suggest that Liverpool are closing in though and they couldn’t really ask for better fixtures in their quest to secure a Champions League place.

It’s over to you Klopp…