Much of the excitement heading into Jurgen Klopp’s first summer in charge of Liverpool naturally centres around just who exactly the German will be bringing in to the club.
The likes of World Cup winners Mario Gotze and Mats Hummels have been linked with colossal moves to Anfield, in what promises to be a major summer of transfer activity.
However, seeing who will leave the club will arguably be just as exciting for the Reds faithful and neutrals alike.
Jordon Ibe has recently been linked with a move away from Merseyside, with Premier League rivals Arsenal and Tottenham Hotspur reportedly chasing him.
Such is the nature of Klopp’s rebuilding job, it’s doubtful that the winger will be the biggest name to leave Anfield over the course of the next few months.
Who could follow? Well, here’s who we think.
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Christian Benteke
The £32m forward to replace flop Mario Balotelli has, well perhaps predictably, flopped.
Nothing about the towering Belgian marksman suggests he will fit under Klopp for years to come. The former Aston Villa man has shockingly been linked with champions Leicester City, which could ultimately be a move that benefits all parties.
Joe Allen
Joe Allen has emerged as a bit of a cult hero in recent months, drawing comparisons to a certain Andrea Pirlo.
Only for his beard and haircut of course, but still.
The Welshman has proved to be a useful option in the middle of the park, though continues to be linked with a return to former club Swansea City.
Entering the final year of his deal, it seems unlikely the Wales star will be offered a new one and as a result will probably leave Anfield after four years there.
Martin Skrtel
Imposing defender Martin Skrtel has been a stalwart at Anfield since arriving from Zenit St. Petersburg in 2008.
The Slovakian centre-back has made well over 200 appearances for the Reds under a number of managers, though could be entering the closing stages of his time on Merseyside.
Rarely fancied under Klopp, Turkish side Besiktas are thought to be tracking the 31-year old.
Jerome Sinclair
Highly rated striker Jerome Sinclair is the club’s youngest ever player, though doesn’t look like sticking around much longer.
The 18-year old is believed to have rejected their offer of a new deal, with Watford reportedly aiming to bring him to Hertfordshire at the expiration of his current one this summer.
Daniel Sturridge
Could Daniel Sturridge really be sold this summer?
The England international remains one of the most lethal marksmen in Europe on his day, though Klopp has put little trust in the 26-year old forward since arriving.
Clearly an exceptional player, the amount of injuries he has suffered over the past 18 months or so seem to have cost him dearly.
