Winning the Premier League title should be prioritised over progressing in cup competitions for Liverpool, according to Jamie Carragher.
Jurgen Klopp's men have raced into an eight-point lead at the Premier League summit after 12 fixtures of the 2019-20 campaign, with their unbeaten record still intact.
A 3-1 win over reigning champions Manchester City at Anfield just before the international break hammered home the Reds' title credentials, with a potentially tricky trip to Crystal Palace up next on Saturday.
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That fixture at Selhurst Park marks the beginning of a congested festive period consisting of 13 matches in 40 days, with Champions League, FIFA Club World Cup and Carabao Cup outings included.