Manchester United defender Phil Jones says now is the time to crank up the pressure on Manchester City.
The Blues are licking their wounds after Tuesday night's defeat to Napoli left them on the brink of a costly Champions League exit.
Now they have to raise their spirits for a tough Barclays Premier League encounter with Liverpool at Anfield on Sunday.
Manchester United though will have the opportunity to close the gap to two points on City by beating Newcastle at Old Trafford 24 hours earlier.
UNDER PRESSURE
And, while Jones is sure the Red Devils will be in the title shake-up, the 19-year-old defender recognises this would be a good time to apply some heat.
"City have done fantastically this season," Jones said. "I am not taking anything away from them.
"But they do have some tough games coming up.
"I don't care how good you are, teams can be put under pressure. This is a difficult league to be in.
"It would be nice to reach top spot by Christmas. But it is not essential.
"Don't be writing us off if we are not there by January."
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