Liverpool icon's title prediction should have Arne Slot licking his lips
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A Liverpool icon has made a a bold title prediction, one that could give Arne Slot plenty to consider as the Premier League season edges closer to the halfway pointThe Reds are still 10 points behind Arsenal in first(Image: 2025 Simon Stacpoole/Offside)A Liverpool legend has made a striking title prediction that could catch the attention of Arne Slot.The Reds entered the season as clear favorites after a big summer spending spree. Liverpool has started to regain form heading into Christmas and will be hopeful of securing a positive result against Tottenham on Saturday.READ MORE: Tottenham vs Liverpool LIVE: Team news, build-up, how to watch, TV channelREAD MORE: Harvey Elliott was left 'in tears' by Liverpool transfer decision as Aston Villa nightmare continuesThe game against Spurs represents the Reds' toughest fixture of the festive period.
Following the London trip, Liverpool faces home games against Wolves and Leeds.A victory at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium could set Liverpool up for four consecutive Premier League wins.Former Reds full-back Steve Nicol believes that if they achieve this run, the Reds could realistically keep their hopes alive in an unexpected title race.Steve Nicol believes Liverpool could re-enter the title race(Image: ESPN FC)With a crucial meeting against Arsenal scheduled for January, Nicol suggests that consistent wins could see Liverpool re-enter the title conversation ahead of the head-to-head clash with Arsenal."I’m a little worried. It’s given me cause for concern that we’re going to Tottenham, and I think, 'We can’t lose to this Tottenham side.' But then I’ve thought that a few times this season.
The closer the game gets, I’m thinking we possibly could!" Nicol told ESPN FC."That feels strange to say because I just don’t feel as though Liverpool will be in the title race, which means they’re not going to put themselves in that position by the time they play Arsenal!"I’m really all over the shop, this Liverpool side makes you go all over the place. I just know that Liverpool are sometimes capable of beating themselves."I’m going to say Liverpool win the game, but there’s always that little bit of doubt because of what we’ve seen from them this season."While Liverpool’s form is improving, this season has repeatedly shown that being the favorite doesn’t guarantee a win.