Liverpool boss Rodgers claims club are nearly where they want to be despite Man Utd loss

BRENDAN RODGERS claims Liverpool are almost on course to achieve their targets despite a difficult start to the season.

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Brendan Rodgers claims there is always pressure as Liverpool boss

The Reds boss has come under fire since a shock 3-0 loss at home to West Ham was followed by a 3-1 defeat to Manchester United at Old Trafford.

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And while Rodgers concedes he is under pressure at Anfield, he says it is par for the course and believes they are not far off where they should be.

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"It's the same as it ever was," Rodgers said.

"I don't think it has increased. It's pressure that comes from managing a huge club.

"Nothing has changed in that way. I just need to concentrate on getting the team right. 

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"We are only a few points off where we want to be in the league.

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"The pressure is always here, it’s part and parcel of being the manager at such a huge club.”

The 42-year-old was speaking ahead of his side's Europa League clash with Bordeaux tomorrow night (6pm kick-off).

Rodgers has left six regular first-team players at home for the clash but supporters are keen for the manager to take the competition seriously.

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