Those that are most crucial to the Reds’ success.
After the success of finishing second in the Premier League last season 2014/15 has been difficult for Liverpool and they are struggling to recreate that kind of form.
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However, manager Brendan Rodgers does have a talented squad at his disposal and here are the five players CaughtOffside thinks are most important to the Reds’ cause.
Philippe Coutinho
Not quite the established figure in the starting XI just yet, the potential of this 22-year-old is huge and Rodgers should therefore do all he can to keep him at Anfield for the long term.
Jordan Henderson
The natural successor to Steven Gerrard as shown by being awarded the vice-captaincy this term and with the skipper dropping in form rapidly Henderson is stepping up at just the right time.
Martin Skrtel
It’s quite tough to pick out a defender who is important to the Merseysiders currently, but despite spending £20m on Dejan Lovren over the summer Skrtel is still the most commanding presence at the back.
Raheem Sterling
What more is there to say about this talented 19-year-old? Sterling has managed his raw pace and skill over the past 18 months to become lethal in attack for both club and country.
Daniel Sturridge
Since Luis Suarez’s sale to FC Barcelona the pressure on this England international has increased – especially with Rickie Lambert and Mario Balotelli short on form – but luckily for Rodgers the 25-year-old striker handles pressure well.