Former Liverpool striker Ian Rush believes his old club need to invest in some creativity after the loss of Xabi Alonso.

"The problem Liverpool could have is if Fernando Torres gets injured again - Liverpool missed him last year when he was out," Rush said.

"If Rafa adds maybe three players, left and right and possibly a striker, Liverpool can go one better (than last season's second place).

"If they don't add a striker maybe they will look to someone like Ryan Babel to come through this year.

"He's been at the club long enough to bed in. Now it's time to take responsibility and produce."