Liverpool manager Roy Hodgson will take his struggling squad to play Bolton today convinced the Reds are still a top option for the world’s greatest players.

Despite sitting in the Premier League relegation zone after just two wins so far this season, Hodgson is adamant the lure of a move to Anfield will be enough to help him strengthen his squad with some top-class additions when the transfer window re-opens in January.

Since replacing Rafa Benitez in the close-season, Hodgson has never hidden his concerns about the weakness of his squad and he is determined to bring in several new signings.

However, after discussions with Liverpool’s new owners, Hodgson is also refusing to be held to ransom in his bid to help Liverpool return to the summit.

Liverpool co-owner John W. Henry has reassured the club’s fans that none of their current crop of top stars are going anywhere in January and Hodgson is confident he can buy but only when Liverpool’s valuation of a player is met.

“If we want the right quality, we have got to be prepared to pay the right price,” he said.

“We want to be attracting the players that Barcelona, Real Madrid and Inter are chasing.

“It would be nice to think that we can shop at a high level.

“I’m wary of the new transfer window. I think it can be dangerous as clubs try to correct mistakes. But, having said that, we are going to be very interested in trying to improve our squad in January... I am sure we will sign players.”