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Roberto Firmino is a pivotal figure in Jurgen Klopp's system at Liverpool and the Brazilian has played a vital role in the Reds' success in the last few years.
Firmino has played 201 Premier League games for Liverpool since joining the Merseysiders in 2015, scoring 63 goals in the process. He helped the club win the UEFA Champions League trophy in 2019, along with a Premier League title last season.
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Firmino won the PFA Player of the Month accolade in January 2016 and was also part of the UEFA Champions League Squad for the 2017-18 season.
However, the former Hoffenheim man is now nearing his 30s and perhaps with his form having dipped slightly in recent months, the Merseysiders must consider replacing their number nine in the future.
Right on that note, here's a list of three players who could replace Roberto Firmino at Liverpool.
#3 Paulo Dybala
Juventus' Paulo Dybala is one of the best attackers of his generation and could be a perfect fit under Jurgen Klopp for Liverpool at Anfield.
The 27-year-old is blessed with electrifying pace and superb dribbling skills, giving him the ability to beat defenders with ease. He also has an eye to pick a killer pass, while also being composed in front of goal.
Dybala is an accomplished set-piece taker as well and has scored numerous goals from dead-ball situations during his career.
The Argentine international has played 172 league games for the Turin-based club so far, scoring 70 goals. He helped the Old Lady win five consecutive Serie A titles, along with three Coppa Italia and three Supercoppa Italiana trophies.
The Argentine won the Serie A Most Valuable Player accolade last season and has also been included in the Serie A Team of the Year on three different occasions.
Dybala's current contract with the Old Lady is set to expire in 2022 and they might look to cash in for him during the summer as opposed to letting him leave on a free transfer next year.
#2 Donyell Malen
Donyell Malen's growth languished a major setback when he suffered a knee injury midway through the last season. However, he has made a brilliant return to the football field this campaign and is among the leading goalscorers in the Eredivisie, with 14 goals in 23 appearances.
His performances in the Europa League were also impressive as he scored five goals in eight appearances before PSV's exit from the competition last month.
The 22-year old is a technically strong player who is capable of playing anywhere across the front line. He is also a skilled dribbler and uses his lightning pace to break down opposition defenses.
The Dutch international has been linked with several top European clubs in recent months and the Merseysiders will need to act quickly if they decide to bring the talented attacker to Anfield.
#1 Erling Haaland
Regarded as one of the best young players in the world, Erling Haaland could be the perfect long-term successor to Roberto Firmino at Liverpool.
Despite being 6'4", Haaland is lightning quick and loves to run behind the defenders. He also uses his large frame brilliantly to hold up the ball, bringing other players into the game.
His ability to make smart runs in small spaces and willingness to press defenders in the final third could also tempt Jurgen Klopp to bring the Norwegian to Merseyside.
This season, he scored 17 goals in 18 league games so far and is the Bundesliga's third-leading goal-scorer behind Robert Lewandowski and Andre Silva. He also netted eight goals in five Champions League appearances prior to Borussia Dortmund's elimination from the tournament.
However, Haaland is currently one of the most sought after players in European football, and the Reds will have to shell out the big bucks to acquire the services of the UEFA Golden Boy 2020 winner.
