#4 Roberto Firmino (£29 million), Rating – 7.5/10
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Firmino was a high-profile signing by the Liverpool transfer committee in the summer of 2015 from German team Hoffenheim. He impressed during his time in Germany but struggled to create any sort of impact under Brendan Rodgers. However, when Klopp took over in October, the Brazilian seemingly burst into life.
The Brazilian’s work-rate, defensive contribution and ability to play as a false nine endeared him to Klopp. He excelled in the second-half of last season and continues to lead the line ahead of recognised strikers Daniel Sturridge and Divock Origi. His partnership with Sadio Mane and fellow Brazilian Philippe Coutinho was electric in the first-half of the season as Liverpool looked set to embark on a title hunt.
He scored 11 goals and assisted seven more in the league last season. While those are good statistics, the lead striker of a top four PL club needs to score more. The arrival of Salah will see him wear the number nine shirt next season and hopefully, he can increase his goal tally.
