Manuel Pellegrini says it's crucial Manchester City finish in the top two this season.

Although Pellegrini has not given up on the title, he clearly cannot even take the runners-up spot for granted.

He said: "Well we are not thinking about just one team. I think it is important for our team to finish at the top of the table but if we can't win the Premier League then we must try to be second.

"But it is important to play from now until the end of the season in a way that shows you are an important team and are prepared to fight until the last game to try and retain the title."