Barnes: Iraola's Liverpool won't challenge for title

Reds legend John Barnes predicts a top-four finish, not a title charge, for Liverpool under Andoni Iraola.

What happened. John Barnes believes Andoni Iraola won't lead Liverpool to title contention this season, instead predicting a top-four finish alongside Manchester United and Chelsea.

• Barnes says Liverpool will compete for Champions League spots.
• Iraola replaces Arne Slot as Liverpool manager.
• Reds will return to a high-pressing style similar to Klopp's.

Liverpool's season opener against Newcastle will test Iraola's impact.

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