10 most expensive transfers in Liverpool history

#4 Christian Benteke (£41.85 million)

Christian Benteke did not hit his peak with Liverpool

Liverpool have made their fair share of errors in the transfer market since the turn of the century and Christian Benteke's signing is likely to remain an unfortunate decision. The Belgian striker cost Liverpool a fortune and was unable to hit his peak at the club.

Benteke joined Liverpool from Aston Villa in 2015 and was an important part of the Merseyside giants' forward line under Brendan Rodgers. The striker did not inspire confidence in the Anfield faithful, however, and failed to make a long-term impact on Liverpool's fortunes.

It’s been four years since Christian Benteke left Liverpool One of the all time great forgotten goals pic.twitter.com/niJ3zuDM4K

— The Anfield Wrap (@TheAnfieldWrap) August 20, 2020

After a difficult year at Liverpool, Benteke moved to Crystal Palace for a fee of £27 million. The striker did give the Kop a glorious overhead kick against arch-rivals Manchester United but his stint at Liverpool remains a misguided decision for both the player and the club.

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#3 Naby Keita (£54 million)

Naby Keita has been an important addition

Naby Keita was an excellent player for RB Leipzig and his impeccable performances in the Bundesliga attracted the attention of Jurgen Klopp and Liverpool. The Reds spent a whopping £54 million to bring Naby Keita to the Premier League.

Keita took nearly a year to adjust to Jurgen Klopp's high-octane playing style but his performances have started paying dividends over the past year. The Guinean midfielder has excellent box-to-box abilities and his turn of pace makes him a formidable opponent.

Naby Keita has won both the Premier League and the UEFA Champions League with Liverpool and has been an important player in the squad. With Keita in their ranks, Liverpool can potentially dominate midfield battles in England for years to come.

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#2 Alisson Becker (£56.25 million)

Alisson has been an important asset

Liverpool have had their fair share of issues with goalkeepers over the years and have often lost matches and trophies because of a few individual errors. The Reds were in desperate need of a world-class shot-stopper and decided to invest heavily in AS Roma's Alisson Becker in 2018.

Alisson is arguably one of the best goalkeepers in the world at the moment and his presence on the pitch has solidified Liverpool's defence. The Brazilian star oozes confidence between the sticks and his saves have bailed his team out of trouble on several occasions.

Alisson played a pivotal role in Liverpool's UFEA Champions League triumph in 2019 and pulled off impressive displays against both Barcelona and Tottenham Hotspur. The shot-stopper is one of the most well-rounded players in his position and has been integral to Liverpool's achievements under Jurgen Klopp.

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#1 Virgil van Dijk (£76.19 million)

Van Dijk has been exceptional for Liverpool

Virgil van Dijk has been nothing short of a messiah for Liverpool. The former Southampton man has revolutionised the Reds' fortunes and transformed a much-maligned Liverpool defence into one of the most impressive back-lines in Europe over the course of a single season.

Van Dijk's massive price tag earned Jurgen Klopp his fair share of detractors in 2017 but the Dutchman has managed to prove his worth to an extraordinary extent. With Van Dijk marshalling their defence, Liverpool stormed their way to the UEFA Champions League and the Premier League in successive seasons under Jurgen Klopp.

ON THIS DAY: In 2019, Virgil van Dijk became the first defender since John Terry in 2004/05 to be named PFA Players' Player of the Year.Putting centre-backs back on the map after nearly 15 years. pic.twitter.com/6DagIJ20PT

— Squawka Football (@Squawka) April 28, 2021

Virgil van Dijk's importance to Liverpool has been further emphasised by his absence through injury this season. Liverpool have suffered several calamities without their inspirational defensive leader and have succumbed to an injury crisis that would have otherwise been a blip on their radar with Van Dijk available for selection. The Dutch centre-back is one of the best defenders in the world in his prime and his return will be crucial to Liverpool's future.

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