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Jurgen Klopp insists Liverpool will go for Europa League glory next season if they miss out on the Champions League... as Reds boss claims 'five wins won't be enough' to get top-four spot following disastrous season

Jurgen Klopp says Liverpool will not treat the Europa League as an afterthought next season if they miss out on a top-four place.

Liverpool's manager recognises the odds are stacked against his club returning to the Champions League, so much so that he accepts winning their remaining games — starting at Old Trafford on Sunday — may not suffice.

'Five wins won't be enough. It depends how the other teams do but without five wins we don't have a chance,' Klopp said.

Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp hasn't given up hope on top-four but admits it will be very tough
The Reds take on Manchester United on Sunday in a must-win game for their top-four chances

'If we are five points behind with 15 to play for why would we write it off?