New striker in January

After news that Djibril Cisse will miss the rest of the season with a broken leg, the Liverpool boss is already looking to bring in a replacement, although he is aware of the capabilities of his current squad.

"If we find someone good but not expensive maybe we will sign," said Benitez. "Maybe on this trip we will be able to discuss it.

"We will see who is available in January but we are not scouting just one player, we are scouting the whole market.