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I don't think anyone has suggested this so far but a possible answer to this striker we need could be Shane Long. He fits the age profile with his best years ahead of him. He has become a proven goalscorer, can lead the line by himself and is such a handful for centre backs that he would leave huge space for Suarez to wreak havoc. He was outstanding against Chelsea yesterday and this was not a one-off. He has a great work ethic and temperament and would surely walk to Anfield for an opportunity like this. The idea that we could get Huntelaar is a non-runner as he will almost certainly stay with Schalke and play Champions League until they are knocked out or move to another Champions League qualifying side.
Torres is a busted flush who we should be glad Chelsea pay 150 grand a week to plus his bridge was burned when he demanded a transfer. Fock him and the horse he rode out on.
We would probably have 12 million or so to pay out on a new player and that should seal the deal with WBA. If it didn't work out, his resale value would not be dismissed by much. It's a gamble worth taking and not a pie in the sky (Maybe we'll get Falcao) piece of nonsense that simply could not happen.

Been linked with Wilfred Bony of vitesse.

He is like a young Drogba. Looks really good.

Long is never gonna get 20 goals. And he is about 25 isn't he?

i've been mentioning long for ages so u won't find many agreeing with u on here.

its a no brainer for me..like someone saying do u want a 24 yr david villa..total total class player at wba.we would be mental to look elsewhere..but of course we will

The striker coming in Jan has to be Darren Bent, doesnt it? likes to lead the line by himself, natural finisher, benched at Villa who are playing woefully. He is a bit old and doesnt suit the FSG recruitment trend.

Huntelar - I agree with maquinn

Torres - I agree with maquinn

Walcott - Liverpool will go for him but will Arsenal let him go at a reasonable price, and will he be happy going from playing back up to playing for another team where he will play back up aswell?

never heard of Wilfred Bony.

darren bent?...get bent! as in don't get him

I actually think Long would be a great signing.

he would cost a lot of money WBA wouldnt sell one of there star players cheap

20 million..just give it to them..better than spending 10 on some foreigner who might or might not adjust..20 m and u have a class player for the next 7 yrs, no adjusting just ripping into prem defences..him and suraez would win leagues together.

Fair dues Emp, I just had a quick at the threads and hadn't seen him mentioned today or on previous days. This kid would die for the shirt and is on a huge upward curve. Strong, very quick, good in the air, mobile and scores goals. Nice recipe for less than 15 mill with the seemingly all-important sell-on value also built-in. Relieved to think that Rodgers would consider him. I could be wrong. So few other plausible options and he beats Walcott all ends-up if it came to a head to head. Would quickly become a Kop favourite for his attitude alone. His ability would soon send him up the escalator..............

he is born to play football..fearless,speed like a puma,fantastic ability,great crosser..whats not to like.