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It may have been obvious prior to Saturday’s emphatic derby victory over Everton, but now it’s really official: Liverpool are riding a wave of momentum not seen since last season’s dramatic run at Manchester United and the Premier League title.

And it couldn’t come at a better time.

Whilst it would be easy to bang on about the 10-man victory over our Merseyside rivals, Liverpool really do need to keep their wits about them as they move into what Rafa is calling the most crucial part of the season. As many of you know, Saturday’s match marked the tip of a three-headed monster of Premier League matches for the Reds.

Up next? Arsenal at the Emirates on Wednesday, followed by Manchester City at the City of Manchester Stadium in a fortnight. There’s no doubting these two matches could make or break Liverpool’s recent run of good fortunes.

Take at least four points from the next two league matches and we could be looking at a furious finish to what was strongly considered a wash of a season just a couple weeks ago. A defeat in either match, however, could lead to a loss of confidence at the wrong time.

Rafa Benitez has named his starting line up to face Everton at Anfield today; with N’Gog starting upfront in the absence of Torres.

Liverpool have agreed the free transfer of Milan Jovanovic on a free transfer from Standard Liege. The Serbian Striker will join the club at the end of the season.

Milan Jovanovic has reportedly signed a pre contract agreement with Liverpool meaning he come to Anfield in the summer on a free transfer; but for those of you who haven’t seen him in action before, watch these videos of him scoring for Standard Liege to see what Rafa has added to his strikeforce.

Alberto Aquliani has returned to the starting line up against Bolton today at Anfield, with Lucas going onto the bench. N’Gog starts upfront; with Kuyt, Gerrard and Riera behind him.

Liverpool drew 0-0 with Wolves this evening, failing to close the gap on Spurs in 4th place who beat Fulham 2-0.

Rafa Benitez has given Maxi Rodriguez his first start for Liverpool tonight as he lines up alongside Steven Gerrard to face Wolves.

Far be it for me to know how Steven Gerrard really feels but if today’s reports are true, the skipper is being considered in tomorrow night’s league match against Wolves.

The Guardian, amongst others, is reporting that Gerrard returned the Melwood over the weekend to train. Benitez even went as far as to hint that there could a Captain Fantastic sighting: “He was training on Saturday and then a full training session on Sunday, and today was the same,” said the Liverpool manager, Rafael Benítez. “Normally he’s someone who, if available, can play.

“We’ll decide tomorrow but I think he can be available.”

The line up to face Spurs at Anfield tonight has been announced with Dirk Kuyt starting upfront.

Liverpool have been linked with the likes of Marouane Chamakh, Kenwyne Jones & Emile Heskey during this transfer window; but who do you think Rafa Benitez should try and sign?