Former Newcastle United star Jose Enrique has warned his old club not to take anything for granted in the Premier League’s relegation scrap.
The Spanish full-back quit the Magpies in 2011 to join Liverpool and cited a lack of ambition at St James’ Park as the main reason for his exit.
United currently sit on 35 points with the season currently halted due to the coronavirus pandemic, but Enrique warned there could still be work to do.
Fearing that another team could get hauled back into the dogfight when the teams eventually resume action, Enrique said: "Well, you never know in the Premier League, I hope so (they avoid relegation).
“I hope they stay in the league when everything starts again.”
United still need five points from their final nine games to make absolutely sure of top-flight safety this season.
Enrique, speaking to Sky Sports News, said: "Obviously, it's not enough until mathematically you are safe, you cannot trust anyone in football.
“Obviously, it's good. Eight points is a good distance, but they have to keep going well when things get going again."
