Liverpool keeping tabs on 'Iranian Messi'

Azmoun has scored 16 goals in 22 appearances for his country and has been watched by a number of top clubs in Europe.

The 21-year-old was linked with a move to Everton last season.

Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp admitted last week he might need to strengthen in January following a season ending injury to Danny Ings.

Azmoun joined Rostov on a permanent deal in the summer in controversial circumstances.

After spending a period on loan at Rostov, they triggered a buy-out clause which Kazan claimed was non-existent.

The case went to the Court of Arbitration for Sport, which ruled in favour of Azmoun and Rostov.

Azmoun has played a major part in Rostov's Champions League campaign, scoring three goals in eight appearances.

He scored his first Russian Premier League goal on Sunday in a 4-1 victory against Arsenal Tula.

Source: MailOnline

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