Rio Ferdinand calls for Liverpool to 'bring in new players' to keep pace with Man City despite the side's 7-1 thrashing of Rangers... as Michael Owen admits it's a 'worry' that the team are still heavily reliant on their older players

Rio Ferdinand has called for Liverpool to freshen up their squad following their disappointing start to the season, but believes the club should avoid taking a 'scattergun' approach in the transfer market.

The Reds have won just two of their opening eight league games this term, leaving them 14 points adrift of leaders Arsenal.

Liverpool thrashed Rangers 7-1 in the Champions League on Wednesday to take a big step towards qualifying for the knockout stages, but Ferdinand still thinks the team need new faces to come through the door if they are to keep pace with Manchester City, who they face on Sunday at Anfield.