Reds need to finish fourth

UEFA had already advised that if Liverpool win the European Cup they should not be allowed automatic qusalification, although they have admitted the subject will be reconsidered for next year's tournament.

However, there is still a glimmer of hope. Uefa's executive committee do have the power to overrule and enforce any changes, but will not take any action until after the final itself and should Liverpool win that, a decision would be made on June 17.