Long odds on title success

Gerard Houllier's side currently languish 28 points behind league-leaders Arsenal in this season's championship race, and William Hill reflect that current gulf in their title odds for the next campaign.

The Gunners, currently unbeaten after 32 games, unsurprisingly top the betting at 5/4, ahead of 15/8 second favourites Chelsea with Manchester United available at 9/4.

Optimistic-minded members of the Anfield faithful may well be tempted by the lengthy 33/1 quote given to Liverpool's 2004/05 title bid.