Carroll confident over Reds prospects

The £35million striker scored his first two goals for the club since joining from Newcastle in January in Monday's comprehensive 3-0 win at home to Manchester City.

Although the victory lifted the Reds to within five points of fifth, current incumbents Tottenham have a game in hand although they still have to go to Anfield.

"We're just putting a team together now," said the England international, whose partnership with fellow January arrival Luis Suarez is already showing signs it could be prolific.

"Me and Luis are new, Flanno (reserve-team defender John Flanagan) played his first game at the back - and I thought he did great - and it shows what we can do for next season.

"The team spirit here is great, there are massive names here, it's a massive club and I don't see why we can't attract big names."

Source: PA