Manchester United defender Luke Shaw admits they're at risk of dropping out of the top four.

Defeat at Brighton has offered Liverpool hope of catching United, currently in fourth place.

"I think we have to be honest; that is what is even more disappointing. It was extremely comfortable at one point, but with the way we have been playing and the results we've had, we've been drawn back into a fight that we didn't want to be in," Shaw admitted after the Brighton loss.

"We have to refocus; we have to get ready because West Ham are fighting for their lives, and whenever we go there, it is a tough game. We need to move on quickly from this and refocus."

Ahead of tonight's trip to West Ham, Shaw added: "There are no easy games in this league. Every game is tough; teams are fighting for their lives. It is not easy. We need points, and we need them quick, and we have to start with that on Sunday.

"They are a really good team with really good players and have good momentum. We obviously know how good their crowd is and the situation they are in. They will be fired up, and that is an occasion we have to be ready for. Play the game, not the occasion."