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Liverpool prepare £30m bid to challenge Chelsea for Christian Benteke
LIVERPOOL are preparing a £30million move for Aston Villa striker Christian Benteke.
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The Sunday Times claim Brendan Rodgers is keen to land the prolific Belgian international.
And with Daniel Sturridge's injury problems and Mario Balotelli failing to make an impact at Anfield, a new striker is a priority.
I am convinced he wants to be at this club
However, Benteke is hot property and has already been linked with a possible move to Premier League winners Chelsea.
The front-man has netted nine times in his last eight games for Villa and has single-handedly hauled the club out of the relegation mire.
Liverpool are reported;y readying a £30m bid for Christian Benteke
Although, the Blues may not be the only competition for Benteke's signature with Tim Sherwood revealing he believes the striker's heart is with Villa.
Sherwood said: "I have no reason to think he is seeking employment elsewhere, I am convinced he wants to be at this club."
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