Former Manchester United striker Dimitar Berbatov believes the club has a "big weapon" in the title race in Edinson Cavani.

The Uruguayan returned from suspension as United defeated Burnley 1-0 at Turf Moor in midweek.

The result took them top of the league, and it is the furthest into a season that United have topped the league table since the retirement of Sir Alex Ferguson in 2013.

But they now face a daunting trip to Anfield against the champions Liverpool on Sunday.

"I think it's going to be an even game, both teams have got a strong attacking force with very quick players upfront in [Mohamed] Salah, [Sadio] Mane, [Anthony] Martial and [Marcus] Rashford," Berbatov told Betfair.

"I think if Cavani is going to play he has that experience and intelligence to know how to unlock a defence like Liverpool and he can be a big weapon.

"If Pogba continues like he did in the last game, with that desire to get up and down the pitch with his big strides, technique and vision, then he will also cause problems.

"At the back, as long as United don't overcomplicate things, play simple, take the ball and give it to someone else with one or two touches then I think United will be okay.

"In my opinion, it's more important for United not to lose, one point can be a big difference at the end of the season and it can make you champions."