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'It's not our concern to catch Liverpool' - Rodgers claims Leicester focused on developing youngsters, not title race

Leicester are more concerned about developing their young squad than catching Premier League leaders Liverpool this season, according to Brendan Rodgers.

The Foxes kept up the pace at the top of the table with a comprehensive 3-0 win at Newcastle on New Year’s Day, closing the gap to 10 points ahead of Liverpool’s game with Sheffield United on Thursday.

Ayoze Perez, James Maddison and Hamza Choudhury scored against a Newcastle side riddled by injuries at St James’ Park.

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With Manchester City struggling for consistency, Leicester have been tipped by many to push Liverpool closest this season – but Rodgers isn’t interested.