'They will tear them apart' - Ex-Chelsea star makes bold prediction for Liverpool vs Man City

Liverpool and Manchester City lock horns at Anfield on Sunday, in a game that could have huge ramifications for the destination of the 2024-25 Premier League title.

Ahead of Sunday's clash, former Chelsea striker Chris Sutton has made a bold prediction.

Sutton believes Liverpool must be considered favourites, despite City's status as defending champions.

The former Chelsea man believes Arne Slot's men can replicate the same intensity that led to their impressive 2-0 win over Real Madrid in the Champions League.

He told BBC Sport: "Still, I think the intensity that Liverpool played with against Madrid will be too much for City, and I am expecting Slot's side to repeat that."

Sutton was particularly impressed with Liverpool's midfield performance, highlighting Curtis Jones' standout display against Real Madrid.

"Their midfield looks so strong and Curtis Jones really impressed me against Real."

"It's been a good week for Liverpool and a good season so far, but a win to send them 11 points clear of the defending champions would make it a great week and a great campaign, and that's what I am going for.

"They might not just beat City, they could take them apart like Spurs did."