I agree there, but Kuyt was never a pure goal scorer. He scored a lot in Holland, but he did many other things as well. I would say, pair Kuyt with a pure goal scorer and you'd have the most lethal partnership in Europe. Kuyt does so many things, he's a tireless worker, he can pass, he gets to spots, and he could definitely complement a poacher. He still scored 14 goals in 34 appearances, which isn't bad, but I think he'll get more next year.
You don't think Darren Bent could do the job in 'Pool? He's got pace, he can score, and he played with such crap support in Charlton, I bet with the guys you put around him, he could get it done.
I also have read that Rafa's commitment next season is all about the League. So you have to believe he will fortify his squad with the Prem in mind this summer.