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Liverpool ended the 2018/19 campaign on a high with their Champions League win against Tottenham after doing the impossible against Barcelona by overturning a 3-0 deficit in the 2nd leg at Anfield. But what they sorely missed was missing out on the Premier League trophy by a single point, obtaining 97 points, narrowly losing it to Manchester City who had an excellent season.
Although Liverpool amassed 97 points, one cannot argue that they have been rather lucky with regards to injuries and when Firmino was injured e team collectively struggled to get going and dropped points. Their defense also was lucky that van Dijk didn't get injured or suspended which could've caused them a lot of problems.
With that being said, let's see some players who can help Liverpool lift their first Premier League trophy:
#5 Timo Werner
Timo Werner is entering his last year of his contract at RB Leipzig and he has been linked with a move away from the German club for a while now. With Liverpool needing a backup for Bobby Firmino, he could be perfect for the club as he doesn't cost much as he is into his final year and also the fact Leipzig would rather sell to clubs from outside of Germany than to Bayern who have concrete interest on the German striker.
As someone who is versatile enough to play as a striker and also in the wing, he could be very useful in Klopp's plans while starting or also covering for one of the wingers in Sadio Mane or Mo Salah.
With Divock Origi signing a new contract with the Reds, this move is unlikely but Werner would be a much better upgrade on the Belgian right now.
#4 Jonathan Tah
The 23 year old centre-back who may be available this summer for Liverpool to go for as he isn't an expensive option and also a very good defender. He is not injury prone like Liverpool's current options after Virgil van Dijk who are Joe Gomez and Joel Matip.
Although Matip had a good season for the Merseyside club, it wouldn't be worth the risk to go into a new season with 2 injury prone defenders and hence his signing could be crucial for Jurgen Klopp's side.
Aerial prowess and tactically aware with the ability to read the game makes him a very desirable centre back for Liverpool. He can also cover for van Dijk if necessary given the Dutchman wasn't rested much last season. With a market value of £36 million, anywhere around £40-45 million could convince the German club to sell him.
#3 Junior Firpo
Junior Firpo has been strongly linked with a move away from Real Betis since the winter transfer window and he would be a great signing for the Reds as a cover for Andy Robertson who had a tireless season with very less rest.
Although he played as a wing-back for Quique Setien's side, he is very good defensively and attacking wise very adept. He was involved in 7 goals in the league last season, scoring 3 and assisting 4 goals in the process although he only started 22 games.
With reported interest from Barcelona as well, it would be interesting to see who he plays for in the upcoming season. But even if he does join Liverpool, it is safe to say he is going to be an understudy to Andy Robertson.
In the current market, he may cost a maximum of £30 million and it would be a good investment for Liverpool.
#2 Bruno Fernandes
The Portuguese international who had a record breaking season for Sporting CP will be on the move this summer with reported moves away to Manchester United and Liverpool. He scored 32 goals and recorded 18 assists for the Portuguese club, breaking Lampard's record for most goals scored by a midfielder.
He is versatile enough to play as an attacking midfielder or a central midfielder and is someone who is very good at transition from defense to attack. He is also the type of player who takes a lot of shots from distance which can be hugely beneficial at certain situations to break the deadlock in games when teams have a low block defense.
With a market value of £49 million, a bid in the region of 60-70 million will help Sporting convince to sell him and the project at Liverpool might lure him to Merseyside rather than the red side of Manchester.
#1 Nicolas Pepe
Nicolas Pepe has been a breakout star this season with Lille, scoring 22 goals and assisting 11, guiding the club to Champions League football for next season. He is versatile enough to play as a centre forward and as a right winger which could be very useful for Klopp's plans and help him gel into the system and help rest Mo Salah also if required.
He has a very good track record with regards to injuries which is one of the many reasons he is pursued by a lot of clubs. He also played all the games in the league for Lille this season. Liverpool are said to be in a strong position to land the Ivorian international.
With a market value of £58.5 million, a bid in the region of around 80 million will help Liverpool land the winger and help them win the Premier League next season.
