Position and characteristics:
Benteke is of course the out-and-out centre forward that we’ve been craving. This guy is not going to be pushed out wide and he’s not going to drop back into midfield – it’s all or nothing for him in his primary position. He’s developed something of a reputation as a target man. Indeed, he is adept and flicking the ball on and teeing it up for his teammates, but before you start to fear the worst let us reassure you that there is more to his game.
He will get involved in the game more than your usual target man – unlike Andy Carroll or Rickie Lambert – and he’s not afraid to drop back and go looking for possession. He’s good with the ball at his feet and can actually play a very decent long ball. With Roberto Firmino, Philippe Coutinho and Adam Lallana creating chances for him then he should have plenty to offer.
