Liverpool fans must be in dreamland right now as their side breezed past FC Porto in the second leg of their Champions League quarter-final tie last night. 

It's safe to say that Liverpool are now one of Europe's elite as Jurgen Klopp continues to bring fans' wildest dreams to life, with the Premier League title and silverware in the Champions League well within their reach.

The Reds' midfield has been the driving force at times but you can't help but feel as if there's a creative spark missing. Of course, Philippe Coutinho's exit last January certainly didn't help and the Merseyside club are still yet to really find their next Steven Gerrard, despite Jordan Henderson's rise in form.

However, FSG could bag themselves the next Gerrard if they're willing to spend in the summer.

One player who may be able to fill the void at Anfield is Cagliari's Nicolo Barella, who is valued at £27 million (by Transfermarkt).

Liverpool were reportedly (as per Football Italia, via The Mirror) interested in the midfielder ahead of the most recent January transfer window but he ended up staying in his home country.

Interestingly, the 22-year-old was once dubbed as the 'next Steven Gerrard' by Gazzetta dello Sport (via Anfield Edition), so there's already an incentive to go out and bring him to England.

It's safe to say that his playing style is very similar to the Liverpool legend's as he loves to get on the ball and make things happen, with his passing ability often unlocking the oppositions defence. He may not be as prolific as Gerrard when it comes to finding the back of the net but he's already shown he can produce in the final third.

Henderson lacks creativity at times as he's gotten so used to playing in a defensive role that he looks a bit rusty in the final third, so bringing Barella to Anfield must be a no-brainer as he could be the missing spark in the Reds' midfield.

He's only 22 years of age with his best years ahead of him and he's already managed to earn five caps with the Italian national side, so he could be the real deal.

Liverpool fans, do you think Barella could follow in Steven Gerrard's footsteps? Join the discussion by commenting down below!