Liverpool forged back ahead of Manchester City at the top of the Premier League as Naby Keita's solitary goal beat Newcastle 1-0 at St. James' Park.
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola said on Friday that Jurgen Klopp's decision to extend his stay at Liverpool will not have any influence on his own future plans.
Manchester United interim boss Ralf Rangnick has been appointed as the new manager of the Austrian national football team but is set to continue his consultancy with the English club.
Liverpool star Mohamed Salah has been named the FWA Footballer of the Year to recognise an astonishing season which sees the Reds in contention for an unpredented four trophies.
Manchester City and Liverpool must quickly turn their focus from Champions League glory to the battle for the Premier League title, with no room for error in tricky away trips on Saturday.
Manchester United interim manager Ralf Rangnick confirmed he will still take on a consultancy role at Old Trafford for the next two years despite reports the German is set to be announced as Austria manager.
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp is energised by the prospect of leading a “fresh” club to further glory after extending his stay at Anfield until 2026.
Chelsea edged towards securing their place in next season's Champions League despite failing to make the most of their dominance in a 1-1 draw at Manchester United on Thursday.
Ralf Rangnick said on Wednesday that Manchester United must face up to the reality their top-four hopes have likely disappeared as they prepare to take on Chelsea this week without a swathe of key players.
Thomas Tuchel says he will put a competitive Chelsea team on the pitch next season irrespective of the constraints on the club as a result of their asset freeze and impending sale.