Liverpool have agreed a deal for Aston Villa striker Christian Benteke [talkSport]

Liverpool are expected to announce Aston Villa striker Christian Benteke as their sixth signing this summer, according to a talkSPORT report.

TalkSPORT Anfield insider claims that the Belgian striker is close to signing for Liverpool.

He said: "My understanding is Christian Benteke, who has been on their radar for some time, is very close indeed to signing for Liverpool.

"I expect him to sign if not today then certainly in the not too distant future. Liverpool have done their work and have sealed a deal [with Aston Villa]."

If Benteke signs for Liverpool, do you think he is a better replacement for Balotelli who might leave? Or If Balotelli stays, is their a place for both players in the team?

They seem to have similar style of play, though Super Mario seems to be a lazy player for his team and Benteke, a team player who helps defensively also.