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Benteke to spearhead Reds transfer surge
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Benteke to spearhead Reds transfer surge

The Sunday Times have revealed that Liverpool have identified a number of targets to pursue when the transfer window opens.

£30m striker Christian Benteke is the priority, whilst the Reds also want to sign Danny Ings, James Milner and Neto.

Lawro: No way back for Sterling
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Lawro: No way back for Sterling

Mark Lawrenson sees no future for Raheem Sterling at Liverpool given what has happened in recent weeks.

The former Reds defender, who made 332 appearances for the club, says the winger won’t ever be a “top, top player”.

Boothroyd: Ibe must ignore hype
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Boothroyd: Ibe must ignore hype

Aidy Boothroyd wants Jordon Ibe to ignore any suggestions that he could be the ideal successor to Raheem Sterling.

Ibe will represent Boothroyd’s England Under-20s side at the Toulon Tournament this month.

Sherwood: Benteke wants Villa stay
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Sherwood: Benteke wants Villa stay

Tim Sherwood says he is “convinced” that Christian Benteke wants to stay at Aston Villa.

The Belgian is reportedly top of Liverpool’s wanted list, but Chelsea have also been linked with him.

Redknapp: Sterling lucky to play for Liverpool
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Redknapp: Sterling lucky to play for Liverpool

Harry Redknapp believes Raheem Sterling is fortunate to be at a “fantastic club”, and should get on with his football.

Danny Mills echoed Redknapp’s sentiments, as the pair joined The Telegraph’s Jim White at ‘Total Football Live’ on Thursday.

Stoke will listen to Begovic offers
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Stoke will listen to Begovic offers

Liverpool’s pursuit of a new goalkeeper has been boosted by the news that Stoke City are willing to sell Asmir Begović.

Jack Butland has kept goal for Mark Hughes’ side in recent weeks, and Begović may be sold before his contract runs out next summer.

Gerrard to train with Reds after MLS season
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Gerrard to train with Reds after MLS season

Steven Gerrard has confirmed that he will come back to train with Liverpool when the MLS season concludes.

The Reds’ skipper also revealed that other Premier League clubs have already attempted to agree a January loan move for him.

Apathy towards Gerrard is bizarre
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Apathy towards Gerrard is bizarre

Steven Gerrard said his goodbyes to the Anfield faithful on Saturday evening as the Reds slumped to a 3-1 defeat by Crystal Palace.

The disrespect from non-Liverpool fans aimed towards the departing skipper is odd and uncalled-for, writes Ben Smith.

Quality over quantity, insists Rodgers
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Quality over quantity, insists Rodgers

Liverpool manager Brendan Rodgers has told talkSPORT that there won’t be as many new recruits at Anfield this year as there was in 2014.

The Northern Irishman also claimed that the young players brought in last summer will “improve and develop”.

View from the Opposition: West Brom
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View from the Opposition: West Brom

After their FA Cup exit on Sunday, it’s back to league duty for the Reds as they travel to The Hawthorns this weekend.

Ben Smith talks to Alex Newton from The Baggies’ Way to get his thoughts on Saturday’s fixture.