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Liverpool FC transfer news: Reds lining up move for the 'Iranian Messi' Sardar Azmoun - WATCH his best bits

Liverpool are already planning the moves they intend to make in the January transfer window, and reports indicate Jurgen Klopp has identified one player he wants to bring to Anfield.

With Danny Ings set to miss the rest of the season through injury, and Sadio Mane bound for the Africa Cup of Nations in the New Year, Klopp wants to sign a striker - with FC Rostov's Sardar Azmoun a key target.

The 21-year-old striker, nicknamed the 'Iranian Messi' burst onto the scene last season, scoring nine goals to lead Rostov's scoring charts and help the club to their highest ever Premier Liga finish - 2nd.