How Christian Benteke adds to Brendan Rodgers’ attacking options
The £32.5 million arrival of Aston Villa striker Christian Benteke has added a much-needed physical presence to Liverpool’s forward line.
Christian Benteke
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Born: 3 December 1990; Kinshasa, Zaire
Position: Forward
Signed: 22 July 2015; Aston Villa; £32.5m
Position: Forward
Signed: 22 July 2015; Aston Villa; £32.5m
Christian Benteke: The Aston Villa view on Liverpool’s £32.5 million signing
With Christian Benteke unveiled as a Liverpool player on Wednesday, we get the views of Aston Villa supporter Sam Tighe on the Reds’ new striker.
Video: What Liverpool can expect from Christian Benteke
Christian Benteke became the seventh signing of Liverpool’s busy summer of transfers on Wednesday, and supporters can expects big things from the striker.
![BRUSSELS, BELGIUM - Sunday, November 16, 2014: Wales' James Chester and Belgium's Christian Benteke during the UEFA Euro 2016 Qualifying Group B game at the King Baudouin [Heysel] Stadium. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)](https://www.thisisanfield.com/wp-content/uploads/141116-315-Belgium_Wales-600x433.jpg)
“Benteke is Rodgers’ biggest signing” – How supporters reacted to Christian Benteke’s Liverpool move
With Liverpool announcing the signing of £32.5 million signing Christian Benteke on Wednesday night, supporters reacted primarily with positivity.
Christian Benteke: Remembering the striker’s 5 goals against Liverpool
With Christian Benteke now officially a Liverpool player, Henry Jackson takes a look back at the five times the Belgian has scored against the Reds.
Christian Benteke: “I came here to win trophies”
Speaking after his official unveiling as a Liverpool player, on his £32.5 million move from Aston Villa, Christian Benteke outlined his Merseyside goals.
Confirmed: Liverpool announce Christian Benteke signing
Liverpool have completed the signing of Belgian international striker Christian Benteke from Aston Villa.
Kolo Toure talks up Liverpool’s latest recruit Christian Benteke
Christian Benteke's move to Liverpool could go through on Wednesday and according to defender Kolo Toure, the striker has what it takes to be an Anfield success.
Benteke set to complete Liverpool medical on Tuesday, Rodgers hopes for instant boost
Liverpool manager Brendan Rodgers hopes the imminent arrival of Christian Benteke will instantly boost his side's firepower.
Why Christian Benteke is worth the investment for Liverpool
Christian Benteke is set to become Liverpool’s second most expensive ever signing – but he’s nothing like record signing Andy Carroll.
Christian Benteke deal inches closer after terms agreed with Aston Villa
Liverpool have reached an agreement with Aston Villa over the payment terms for the £32.5million transfer of Christian Benteke.
Latest on Christian Benteke’s Liverpool move: No pre-season tour for forward
Striker Christian Benteke is highly unlikely to join up with Liverpool for any part of their pre-season tour as negotiations continue over his move from Aston Villa.
Exclusive: Former Belgium boss backs Benteke to fire Liverpool to silverware
Liverpool’s £32.5m signing Christian Benteke has been backed to fire his new club to major trophies and into the Champions League.
Liverpool formally submit £32.5m Christian Benteke bid – hope for swift conclusion
Liverpool have made a £32.5million bid to trigger the release clause of Aston Villa striker Christian Benteke.
How Liverpool can get the best out of Christian Benteke
With Christian Benteke likely to join Liverpool after the Reds’ £32.5 million bid, Jack Lusby explores how to get the best out of the Aston Villa striker.
“No excuses now” – Liverpool supporters react to £32.5 million Christian Benteke bid
Following the news that Liverpool are set to meet Aston Villa striker Christian Benteke’s £32.5 million release clause, supporters aired mixed views.
Liverpool meet Christian Benteke’s £32.5 million release clause
Liverpool’s pursuit of Aston Villa striker Christian Benteke is set to come to a conclusion, with reports claiming the Reds have met his release clause.
Report: Man United to bid for Christian Benteke
Man United are to bid for Aston Villa forward and Liverpool target, Christian Benteke.
Liverpool “reluctant” to pay Christian Benteke release fee
Following the sale of Raheem Sterling to Man City, Wednesday’s papers focus on Liverpool’s pursuit of Christian Benteke.
Raheem Sterling informs Liverpool of wish to be left out pre-season plans
Following reports that Raheem Sterling would be included in Liverpool squad for their pre-season tour, the forward has asked to stay behind, reports claim.
Raheem Sterling expected on Liverpool’s pre-season tour as Man City interest stalls
Despite informing the club of his desire to leave earlier this summer, Liverpool forward Raheem Sterling is likely to travel for their pre-season tour.
Christian Benteke to tell Aston Villa of desire to leave on Wednesday
According to reports on Monday night, Liverpool centre-forward target Christian Benteke will ask for a move during talks with Aston Villa on Wednesday.
Liverpool journalist talks Christian Benteke, Raheem Sterling and Reds’ upcoming transfer business
Speaking to Fresh Liverpool, Liverpool Echo journalist James Pearce gave his thoughts on Christian Benteke, Raheem Sterling and deals to come for the Reds.
Christian Benteke could be “the perfect player” for Liverpool – Robbie Fowler
Weighing into the debate over Liverpool forward target Christian Benteke’s suitability to the Reds’ system, Robbie Fowler has endorsed the club’s interest.
Rumour Mill: Christian Benteke “very close” to Liverpool move
Liverpool’s long-running summer centre-forward target Christian Benteke is set to make the switch from Aston Villa in the coming days, reports claim.
10 Bold Predictions for Liverpool this Summer
With just over a month to go before the beginning of the 2015/16 Premier League season, Jack Lusby makes 10 predictions for Liverpool’s summer.
Liverpool could swap Rickie Lambert and Fabio Borini for Christian Benteke
As Liverpool continue to pursue Aston Villa’s Christian Benteke, reports suggest unwanted duo Fabio Borini and Rickie Lambert could be offered in exchange.
Liverpool end interest in Carlos Bacca – Reports
Liverpool have ended their interest in Sevilla striker Carlos Bacca and instead will continue to pursue No. 1 target Christian Benteke.
Liverpool Transfer Rumour Roundup: The latest in the Reds’ search for a striker
We’ve reached Friday on a particularly hectic week in the transfer market for Liverpool, and we round up the latest rumours from the last couple of days.
Liverpool to renew interest in Aston Villa striker Christian Benteke – reports
Liverpool’s search for a striker continues, with reports suggesting that previously abandoned interest in Aston Villa’s Christian Benteke has been renewed.