Former Liverpool defender Phil Thompson is confident that the Reds can secure fourth spot in the Premier League table if they remain consistent.

The Merseyside outfit secured back-to-back victories in the top flight for the first time this season and now reside four points away from a Champions League place.

When asked if Liverpool could clinch fourth, Thompson told the club's official website: "Absolutely, why not? A few weeks ago you might have thought it was a bit too far away.

"Four points off fourth spot is a fantastic achievement. We've been chipping away so we're still in there and I think there is a great opportunity to get into a Champions League spot."

Liverpool's local rivals Everton currently occupy the fourth spot in the table.