Earlier this week, Liverpool made their first signing of the summer with confirmation that James Milner would be swapping the Etihad Stadium for Anfield.
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Milner is set to become the club’s highest-earner and his arrival ought to go some way to compensating for the tremendous loss of skipper Steven Gerrard.
The former Leeds United man may also be named as captain by Brendan Rogers, and will be a versatile addition to the Reds midfield.
However, who else will be set to join him on Merseyside this summer?
In this article, we run down six other players mooted to be headed to Anfield this summer.
Mateo Kovacic
Croatian midfielder Kovacic remains a key figure in Inter Milan’s plans to return to the pinnacle of Italian football, but the club would surely consider selling the player if the price was right in order to raise funds ahead of a big summer of spending.
The Daily Express have linked the magnificent midfielder to Anfield, and Rodgers could do a lot worse than turning to the 21-year-old, who scored five goals in 35 Serie A appearances this term.
Geoffrey Kondogbia
Another midfielder who Liverpool may look to bring to Anfield—and a player who could be a superb foil for James Milner—is Geoffrey Kondogbia.
The France international has demonstrated his class regularly with AS Monaco this season, prompting interest from Arsenal as well as their Premier League rivals from Merseyside.
Kondogbia is a powerful unit who is capable of driving through the middle of the park with the ball at his feet, able to break-up opponents’ offensive moves and also loves little more than lashing a powerful strike towards goal.
He also demonstrates a fine and inventive passing ability on a regular basis, and his acquisition would represent a coup for the Reds.
Charlie Austin
While there aren’t too many Queens Park Rangers player who will be attracting interest from Premier League sides this summer, Charlie Austin ought to have no shortage of admirers.
The striker has attracted interest from Chelsea, Newcastle United and Liverpool, although the 25-year-old has refused to shed light on his destination for next season [via the Daily Star].
The new England call-up managed 18 goals in 35 appearances for the Hoops this season.
Christian Benteke
Another Premier League striker linked with a move to Anfield is Christian Benteke.
The Belgium international has been hit and miss for Aston Villa this season—due in no small part to his injury concerns—but a series of excellent performances towards the end of the campaign demonstrated the impact he can make in the top flight.
The 24-year-old—who has a release clause of £32.5 million—would be a considerable improvement on the Reds’ current attacking options, and goalkeeper Simon Mignolet has already expressed his desire to see his international teammate at Anfield according to the Liverpool Echo.
Carlos Tevez
Over recent weeks and months, Liverpool have been linked with a move for former Manchester United striker and current Juventus hitman Carlos Tevez.
According to the Express, the Reds are keen to bring the Argentine back to the Premier League.
Rodgers is yet to replace the goals of departed Luis Suarez, while Daniel Sturridge’s continued injury concerns raise doubts about what he can contribute this season.
Tevez, who won three Premier League titles during his stints at both Manchester clubs, managed 20 goals in 32 Serie A appearances this season and could make a valuable contribution on Merseyside.
Jackson Martinez
Finally, and we remain on the theme of strikers, Liverpool have been linked with a move for FC Porto striker Jackson Martinez.
The Colombian forward is a fine all-round forward and certainly has the physique and the mobility to lead the line for a Premier League outfit.
The Metro have reported that a move to Arsenal has fallen through, which may pave the way for Rogers to move for the talented hitman.