I like the fact that we don't want to let ourselves be bent over and screwed. I think Coutinho or Sterling can do a good job out on the left so whatever happens i'm not to bothered.
I think their form will have dips, hence another option wouldn't be a bad thing, but it might not be needed so spending 30m might not be a wise move.
Like others have said, a new midfield leader is required. Gerrard, Keane, Viera, Yaya Toure, type player. We need someone to take over from Gerrard. Someone that can make a difference to both attack and defence. Needs to be tall and strong to win headers, but skilful ans fast enough enough to drive with the ball and make chances and space.
I am going to start a kickstarter campaign to splice and clone these players, anyone want to back it?