Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola says Liverpool deserve to be Premier League leaders.
The Reds could finish 2023 top of the table.
Guardiola, after their win against Sheffield United, said: "[The title race is] so tight - we're not top of the league, Liverpool are better.
"We've had injuries and some problems, we won the titles, important ones, our level is really good I would say and we are there.
"Now rest, we all need it. January is less intense than November and December so we prepare for what's next."
