Liverpool completed transfers: Raheem Sterling departure eased by Christian Benteke and Roberto Firmino arrivals

It has been a summer of upheaval at Anfield

Christian Benteke after signing for Liverpool (GETTY IMAGES)

Liverpool suffered a dismal season last time out and sought to put things right early on in the summer market.

Undoubtedly, their most eye-catching deals brought Belgian striker Christian Benteke and Brazilian forward Roberto Firmino to Anfield for a combined total of £61.5m.

English talent also joined the ranks. The relatively low-cost signatures of James Milner, Nathaniel Clyne and Joe Gomez may yet prove inspired.

Despite the regrettable losses of Steven Gerrard and Raheem Sterling, the club's other outgoings were necessary. Glen Johnson joined Stoke City following the expiration of his contract, Sebastian Coates joined Sunderland and reserve goalkeeper Brad Jones was released, eventually joining Bradford City.

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