Brendan Rodgers’ response when asked about challenging Liverpool for the title

Leicester City manager Brendan Rodgers has no problem with his team being left out of the title conversation, despite being the side that is giving Liverpool the most headaches.

The Foxes have shocked many this season. Rodgers’ side are currently second in the Premier League, as they trail the league leaders Liverpool by eight points.

The team that was tipped to keep the pace with Liverpool was Pep Guardiola’s Manchester City. The reigning champions are currently 14 points behind the Reds.

Despite Leicester City being the team that is currently the closest to Liverpool, many pundits and fans are not putting them in the title conversation. However, Rodgers has no problem if his side are not considered to be in contention.

“I don’t think anyone expects us to be near the top,” Rodgers said yesterday in his post-match press conference after defeating Aston Villa 4-1.

“After Manchester United won at Manchester City on Saturday, the caption came up about how far City are away from Liverpool.

“We respect that, we get on with our work and keep developing as a team.

“It’s just natural, Man City and Liverpool are both incredible teams.

READ: Gary Lineker gives verdict on whether Leicester City can beat Liverpool to title 

BOURNEMOUTH, ENGLAND – DECEMBER 07: Naby Keita of Liverpool celebrates after scoring his team’s second goal during the Premier League match between AFC Bournemouth and Liverpool FC at Vitality Stadium on December 07, 2019 in Bournemouth, United Kingdom. (Photo by Michael Steele/Getty Images)

READ: Jurgen Klopp states he never questioned the quality of Liverpool midfielder 

“We know we are looking to improve and close the gap.

“We have finished ninth in the last two seasons but today we looked like a top team.

“It was a real historic day, to surpass the club record of straight wins in the top flight was fantastic for us.”

With Leicester City winning the Premier League title back in 2015-16, there is no denying the club know how to handle the occasion. People can say what they want, but they are certainly a side Klopp will be keeping an eye on.

Liverpool overcame Leicester City in the Premier League at Anfield 2-1 back in October. The Reds face the Foxes at the King Power Stadium on Boxing Day.

Liverpool’s next Premier League task is against Watford next weekend at Anfield. Leicester City host Norwich City.

The post Brendan Rodgers’ response when asked about challenging Liverpool for the title appeared first on Anfield Watch.

Source: anfieldhq.com