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Roberto Mancini has insisted that his former club Manchester City are not out of the Premier League title race.

However, Mancini, who is currently the manager of Italy having led City to a Premier League title and FA Cup during his time at the Etihad, has insisted they should not be ruled out of the title race.



"The Premier League is a very difficult championship.



Mancini's side were, famously, eight points behind Manchester United in the 2011/12 season with only six games left, only for City to stage a dramatic comeback and secure their first Premier League title on goal difference.

Meanwhile, Liverpool beat Brighton 2-1 at Anfield, meaning Jurgen Klopp's side have only dropped two points from a possible 42 this term, which has led many to believe that there is no chance of City claiming a third consecutive Premier League crown.

"But I remember last year in November and December Manchester City were seven points behind Liverpool.

Despite taking the lead through Kevin de Bruyne's wonder strike in the 82nd minute, a late equaliser from ex-Liverpool midfielder Jonjo Shelvey grabbed Newcastle a share of the spoils.
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