Liverpool reach Benteke agreement

Liverpool have reached an agreement with Aston Villa over the payment terms of a deal to sign Christian Benteke, Goal understands.The striker is set to have a medical with Brendan Rodgers' side imminently with Liverpool doctor Dr Andy Massey flying home from the club's pre-season tour of Australia.Liverpool chief executive Ian Ayre worked throughout the night from Adelaide to reach agreement with Aston Villa, although the striker is not expected to join up with the club on their pre-season tour.

As previously reported, Benteke is Liverpool's No.1 forward target with the club willing to meet his £32.5 million buy-out clause following the departure of Raheem Sterling to Manchester City for £49m.

Source: goal.com