Liverpool hero Didi Hamann is convinced Brendan Rodgers' team will be competing for the title this season.
Hamann - who played for the Reds between 1999 and 2006, and was part of their famous 2005 European Cup triumph - believes they can build on those efforts this season, but is not expecting them to go one place better in the top-flight just yet.
"I don't think last year was a flash in the pan," the 40-year-old said.
"Mentally, it could leave a scar or two because they missed a huge chance. But I think they can build on it.
"Playing in Europe and then in the league is tough, so that will be a big test they will have to pass.
"I don't think they are title contenders this season - I would take another top-four finish now and qualifying for the knockout stages of the Champions League.
"That would be a good season. But it's very hard to predict!"
