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Former Premier League striker Alan Shearer(Image: Getty Images)

Alan Shearer has backed Liverpool to surpass Manchester United for the number of English league title wins in the not-too-distant future.

The Reds thrashed Tottenham Hotspur 5-1 at Anfield last Sunday to claim a second Premier League title in five years and move level with their bitter North West rivals on 20 titles.

After Sir Alex Ferguson's successful two decades at Old Trafford, United moved above Liverpool for the number of league title wins in 2011.

But with their 20th and final success coming more than 10 years ago, Liverpool's recent triumphs under Jurgen Klopp and Arne Slot have seen them draw level with United.

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Now, with both teams level, Alan Shearer is backing Liverpool to edge ahead of United and become the first team in English history to win a 21st top-flight title.

Speaking to Betfair, Shearer said: "The target for Liverpool and Slot is always to win the Premier League and to win every trophy.

"That's the football club that they are, and you have to do it at Liverpool.

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"It's been an amazing season for them.

There were the disappointments of how they went out of the cups, but that happens.

"Winning league titles is what Liverpool are all about.

"They've won number 20 now and will be looking to win number 21.

"Man United have 20 titles too, but they are miles away from winning the Premier League, so Liverpool won't have to worry about United winning number 21 for a while.

"Liverpool will be a lot closer to it next season than United will be."

Liverpool are next in action against Chelsea at Stamford Bridge on Sunday.

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Slot's side will be presented with the Premier League trophy at Anfield on the final day of the season when they host Crystal Palace.


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