Ok we all know that Liverpool couldn't buy a striker before the 31st of August and we all know that they'll have to rely on Fabio Borini to get the other goals that Luis Suarez won't score until the transfer window opens again in January.
Still, Liverpool certainly need to start looking for a striker to bring in for the transfer window - much as Jonjo Shelvey, Suso and Raheem Sterling have done extremely well in the Premier League, but it'll be quite unwise to bank the club's expectations of Champions League football on their young shoulders this season. Furthermore, having a quality striker join the club will not only take the burden of Luis Suarez but also help Sterling and Suso's development as players.
Given the state of the economies of Spain and Italy, it might be best to look towards there as the transfer fees commanded by clubs will be less daunting than usual - clubs in Spain and Italy will be looking for a quick buck just to cope with mounting debts in a tough environment. Getting an English player even from the Championship would actually cost more than getting a player from Spain or Italy.
As far as I know, Falcao will be too expensive - he'll go to Real Madrid, Barcelona, Man City, PSG, Chelsea but I don't think Liverpool can afford him..
One of the unsung heroes of Spain's EURO 2012 triumph, Negredo has been a very good goalscorer for his club, Sevilla with 46 goals from 104 appearances. He would be a great asset to any Premier League team in my opinion and would fit very well with Brendan Rodgers' gameplan with his technical ability and skill up front.
Liverpool could revive the Fernando Torres name if the Lion King makes the move from Athletic Bilbao. Llorente is another great Spanish striker who isn't as well known just because he doesn't play for Real Madrid or Barcelona but is worth a shot - Athletic Bilbao played the best football in La Liga outside the big two and a style similar to what Brendan Rodgers wants to achieve.
A bit left-field here but Montenegro's striker is a very good support act and one who would take the burden off Luis Suarez in terms of creating and fashioning chances. He is also big and very strong - probably the Andy Carroll that Liverpool were after.
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