Manchester City are aiming to break a new record as they hunt down a fourth consecutive Premier League title. If the Citizens are to win the league this season they would surpass the achievements of both Liverpool and Manchester United who have won the league three times in a row on several occasions.

City are involved in a three-horse race for the title and the narrowest margins could decide if it is them or rivals Liverpool and Arsenal that reign victorious come the end of the season. The increasing influence of VAR and attention to detail has divided opinion with Premier League fans, but how would City’s title chances be impacted in a world without VAR and how would it impact the Red Devils’ chances of achieving a European finish.

Here’s all you need to know through our new updated Premier League table without VAR.

1. Sheffield United: 20th

Points without VAR: 17 Difference +1 points

2. Burnley – 19th

Points without VAR: 19 Difference + 1

3. Nottingham Forest – 18th

Points without VAR: 21 Difference -1 (Points deduction applied)

4. Everton – 17th

Points without VAR 24. Difference -2 (points deduction applied)