In:
Goalkeeper:
With Pepe Reina unsure about his future and Peter Gulacsi recently moving on, signs are that Brendan Rodgers is looking for a new goalkeeper. Pepe has done alot for the club and has been a loyal servant , so replacing him wouldn't be easy, if he does decide to move on.
Simon Mignolet (25,Sunderland)
Simon Mignolet has had a wonderful season for a struggling Sunderland side. With an average 8 rating almost every match, it is strange to see that no other big clubs have come in for the Belgian. Valued at 7 million, this could be one of the signings of the season. Could Brendan see this or would he stick with Pepe between the sticks?
Asmir Begovic (25,Stoke)
With Stoke buying young Jack Butland last January, Stoke are no doubt looking to move on Asmir Begovic this summer. Liverpool have been linked with the stopper on numerous occasions, and no doubt Brendan is a fan of the Bosnian. A MOTM performance against Liverpool earlier on in the season shows why. Stoke value him at 12 million. A lot for a goalkeeper, but can he prove his worth?
Defender:
Every single reds fan where rubbing their eyes that morning Jamie Carragher announced he is retiring at the end of the season, and now that time has arrived. He will no doubt never be replaced. You can't have another Jamie Carragher, but what Brendan can do is try and find a similar center back who can do a job for LFC.
Kyriakos Papadopoulos (21,Schalke)
The young Greek has made a name for himself at Schalke and has turned the attention of some big clubs, one of them being Liverpool. A lot of rumours saying we are very close and there is no doubt Papa is Brendan's first choice CB, even after the signing of Kolo Toure. A big man with a big personality, maybe the one to partner Agger come next season.
Toby Alderweireld (24,Ajax)
A man being linked almost everyday with the Reds, the Ajax center half could be a surprise move from Brendan this summer. Reports coming out that he wants a move to the Premier League, and Spurs apparently making the move for him too. This won't go away though, and it won't be the last we hear of him.
Midfielder:
It seems like we are looking to strengthen everywhere this summer. A big season is ahead, where a push for the top 4 is a must for Liverpool. Midfield is the least of Brendan's problems, but maybe another midfielder would do good for the strength of depth.
Christian Eriksen (21, Ajax)
This is one of the players i am eager to see in a red shirt. Christian Eriksen is one of Europe's top young prospects, and i personally don't see how Brendan hasn't come out with a bid yet. A big friend of Daniel Agger,in the end it looks likely that a battling war with Dortmund is to happen, although recent reports coming out that Dortmund haven't put any formal bid for the Dane yet. Could this be the stepping stone LFC need?
Henrikh (24, Shakhtar)
The man no one has ever heard of it has all of a sudden burst into the limelight in Europe and last season's stats show why. A staggering 25 goals in 28 games from midfield is exactly what Liverpool lacked last season. And no wonder that the Armenian is currently priced at 22 million. Will Brendan risk a big money move for someone who has never proved it a big club before? Or will he go with the cheaper option of Christian Eriksen?
Luis Alberto (20,Sevilla)
In recent weeks, a few reports had come out that we had agreed a fee for a young man named Luis Alberto. Since then, we have learnt a lot more of the center midfielder. A lot of people saying he is the next big Spanish prospect, with a price tag of 5 mil, Brendan could make an offer very soon.
Striker:
Christian Benteke (22,Aston Villa)
If i was Brendan right now, i would ask the owners to take the wallet out and spend big on this young star. Benteke has got everything to become one of the world's best strikers. He is good with the ball in his feet and can out-jump anyone in the air. The only problem might be the fee.Villa want 40 million, but if we do decide to sell Suarez, we might be in for him. Could he be tempted by offers from Arsenal and Spurs or come to LFC and help us get into Europe?
Carlos Tevez (29,Man City)
When the news broke out that we could make a 7 million offer for Carlos Tevez, we didn't know what to think. I personally think he would be a brilliant buy for that money, he has the experience and the skill, and although past problems have haunted him, Liverpool have come to deal with those. Others can't see a past Man U player come to the reds. This rumour won't go away and we might see more of it.
Cristian Tello (21,Barcelona)
Fighting for a place in this Barcelona first team is definitely hard right about now, but young Cristian Tello has been given his chance. A young bright winger who can take on any defender. Tello has come out himself and said that he wants a new challenge, and Brendan is a huge fan of the 21 year old. Tello can either stay and fight for a place in the Barca team or move on and find that starting place easier.
David Villa (31,Barcelona)
One of the best strikers in the world a couple of seasons ago,Villa has found it hard to regain that red hot form. The injury he had 2 seasons ago was the ultimate drop and he never recovered from it. Spurs are still leading the race for him, but with him being close friends with Pepe, can we see a change this summer?
Out:
Luis Suarez (Sell)
There has been alot said about the Uruguayan lately and alot of mixed feelings. Some would take the 50 mil for him, and others don't think we should sell our star man, and that's exactly what he is. Madrid could tempt him away, as he has already told the press that he wouldn't say no to an offer from Spain. Brendan has alot of thinking to do this summer.
Martin Skrtel (Sell)
Skrtel has no doubt been a success story at Liverpool. One of the PL's best defenders, but recent performances have spread doubt among LFC fans. With the retirement of Carra, we might see Skrtel slot right back, or maybe be taken away again if we go in for another CB this summer. There is no doubt Skrtel wants to stay though.
Sebastian Coates(Sell)
I personally thinks he needs another season with playing time, or maybe loaned out to gain some experience, but others think he is just not Liverpool FC made and needs to move on. Unless you count that wonder strike against QPR, Seba hasn't really made the cut under Brendan, and could be set to face the axe after some poor performances, and especially now that Liverpool are in the market for a new center back.
Andy Carroll (Sell)
Andy Carroll was definitely getting better and better under Kenny and we where expecting him to start last season on fire under new boss Brendan, but after a shock loan move out to West Ham and no replacements brought in, LFC fans where left fuming at the owners and Ian Ayre. Carroll doesn't fit in Brendan's style of play and Liverpool want to cut abit of their losses and sell the big man. West Ham are apparently most keen on retaining him and could snatch him for 20 million less than we bought him in January 2011. Some want him to stay too, and reckon he could be our 2nd option against these bigger and tougher sides.
Suso (Loan)
Before you start sending in hate, read the title. Suso has found it hard to break into the starting line up. He has been given the chance by Rodgers and definitely has the skills and attributes to become a very good midfielder, but personally i think he needs to be loaned out to another Premier League club this season. Suso definitely needs some playing time, and no doubt he will return a better player and more determined to make it at Liverpool FC.
Pepe Reina (Sell)
There is no doubt Pepe Reina has been a long and faithful servant of LFC. He has stuck by us and was once the best goalkeeper in the world, but recent performances and mistakes have LFC fans not knowing what to think about the Spaniard. Barca are looking to replace Valdes and think Reina would suit them perfectly with his style of play. Pepe has still shown his desire at staying here, but you never know what can happen this summer.
Stewart Downing (Sell)
This time last season, reds fans all around where calling for the departure of Stewart Downing, but last season he has proven some wrong. His goals and assists tally have improved, and so has his performances. With the recent signing of Aspas and more to come, it just might be it for the 20 million man who just hasn't really made the cut at a big club such as Liverpool FC.
There are my in's and out's for this summer of 2013. It is going to be a huge summer ahead no doubt about that, and Brendan need to spend big if he wants to see Liverpool FC climb up that table.
There are some i have left out , both in's and out's , so don't be shy to have your say and follow me on Twitter : @kennymifsud
