That success for City led Manchester to be named the UK's Greatest Sporting City in 2018, according to a study undertaken by ESPN and the University of Bath.
Liverpool won the accolade last year but dropped to second this time out.
And Herrera has taken a swipe at the Merseyside city when responding to Manchester being handed the award.
“Because the last two top positions in the league are two teams from Manchester, also because two of the best managers in the world are in Manchester,” Herrera said.
Manchester United ace Ander Herrera has taken a sly dig at Liverpool (Image: GETTY)
Manchester has been voted the UK's greatest sporting city (Image: GETTY)
"Our stadium is amazing, everyone wants to play in our stadium, and everyone wants to visit our stadium.
“The rivalry between the two teams in the town, a lot of things."
Manchester United boss Jose Mourinho eased the growing pressure on himself when the Red Devils beat Burnley 2-0 at the weekend.
Mourinho has come in for criticism following a trophyless campaign last time out having won the Europa League and FA Cup in his first season in charge.
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Liverpool and Everton are separated by Stanley Park (Image: GETTY)
Klopp is yet to win silverware with Liverpool despite being in three finals.
But former Premier League striker Alan Shearer believes that will change this year.
“What Liverpool also have going for them is tremendous positivity at the club,” Shearer said.
“Despite finishing fourth last season and their disappointment in the Champions League final, there is still a feeling of a club moving forward.
“Compare that to Manchester United, who finished six points ahead of them in second place.
Pep Guardiola led Manchester City to the Premier League last season (Image: GETTY)
Jurgen Klopp's Liverpool were beaten by Real Madrid in the Champions League final (Image: GETTY)
“While question marks remain over Jose Mourinho’s future at Old Trafford, there is no hint that Klopp could go even if Liverpool fail to win silverware this season.
“That gives a stability to the club and also tells the players this manager is here for the long term. He is the boss and has the club’s backing.
“Klopp is yet to win anything with Liverpool, despite reaching three finals. The club itself has one League Cup to celebrate for all their efforts over the last 12 years.
“I believe they will change that this season as they head towards a new and exciting era. And with this team they certainly should.”