Neil Mellor has warned Liverpool they will have a tough start when they face Stoke City.
Brendan Rodgers expects to have striker Daniel Sturridge back from injury in early September.
James Milner arrived at Liverpool on a free transfer from Manchester City
The England international is ahead of schedule in his attempts to recover after hip surgery.
Club legend hails Brendan Rodgers' moves this transfer window.
Italian forward has failed to make his mark at Anfield and could return to Serie A.
Right-back joined the Reds on a two-year loan deal, which was subsequently cancelled a year early.
The 18-year-old wants to continue his football education on his second loan spell.
Real Madrid winger Denis Cheryshev is reportedly attracting interest from Arsenal and Liverpool.
Brendan Rodgers is keen for Sheyi Ojo to get regular first-team experience in the Championship.
Another wasted transfer windfall would likely curtail the manager's time in charge at Anfield.
Brendan Rodgers impressed by the Belgian's first Reds goal in pre-season win over Swindon Town.
Reds boss pays tribute to three teenagers after pre-season victory over Swindon
Mark Lawrenson says Liverpool have a weakness in the left-back position.
Liverpool midfielder Joe Allen picked up a hamstring injury against Swindon Town.
Cheryshev, 24, has impressed Benitez but will struggle for first team opportunities.
Brendan Rodgers has shifted his focus to strengthening the youth setup at the club.
Brendan Rodgers says he has not yet decided his centre-back pairing for the 2015/16 season.
Brendan Rodgers is confident Benteke will suit Reds' style of play.
Rickie Lambert had a disappointing first season at Liverpool.
Brendan Rodgers has told Mario Balotelli that he is not welcome at Liverpool any longer.
Real Madrid midfielder Asier Illarramendi wants to impress Rafael Benitez.