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Liverpool defender Kolo Toure is looking forward to playing alongside 'mentally strong' striker Christian Benteke next season.
The Belgian's £32.5million move to Anfield from Aston Villa is expected to be announced on Wednesday after he underwent a medical earlier this week.
And team-mate Toure believes Benteke will make the Reds unbeatable next term after a summer of 'unbelievable business'.
“Benteke is a great player,” The Reds defender told the Liverpool Echo.
“It’s much better to have him on my side than have to play against him.
“He’s so strong and powerful – we all know about his qualities.
“He’s a goalscorer but his mental strength is very important.
“I’ve played against some good strikers who are mentally weak.
“Benteke isn’t weak, he stands up for himself. No matter what happens on he pitch, he will perform.
“The club has done some unbelievable business this summer and it’s going to be a big season for us.
“I see so much talent in this squad. So much will be played in the mind.
“If we are strong mentally then I don’t think anyone can beat us with the team the manager has built.”
