Emmanuel Petit says Man United, Liverpool have no hope for top four this season
Former Chelsea midfielder Emmanuel Petit said Manchester United and Liverpool have 'no hope this season' and will struggle to qualify for the Champions League. United have won only one of their first four Premier League games, losing to Hull City and Manchester City, while Liverpool, under new manager Andoni Iraola (who joined from Bournemouth in the summer), remain unbeaten but have drawn three of their four matches, including a goalless draw with Fulham on Saturday.
Petit criticized both clubs for conceding too many goals and making poor transfer-market decisions, saying they lack key players needed to be favourites for a top‑four finish. He believes the best they can aim for is competing for the fourth Champions League place, but notes that Arsenal, Manchester City and Chelsea are likely ahead, and another team could snatch that final spot.
For Nigerian EPL fans, this suggests the traditional top‑six race may be more open than usual, affecting fantasy leagues, betting choices and which clubs to support. It also highlights how quickly managerial changes at Old Trafford and Anfield are being tested early in the season.
Which team do you think will secure the final Champions League spot given United and Liverpool's slow starts, or will you adjust your expectations for the top‑four race?