Everton boss Frank Lampard believes Liverpool have shown that they can compete with the riches of Manchester City - despite comments from Jurgen Klopp suggesting otherwise.
And Lampard refused to be drawn on the financial advantage Saudi-owned Newcastle United may have ahead of the Blues' trip to St James' Park on Wednesday.
Prior to the Reds' 1-0 victory against Pep Guardiola's side on Sunday, Klopp was asked how teams could keep pace with City, given their clear financial muscle.