Reds consider January bid for Champions League star
Liverpool are to consider a January move for FC Rostov striker Sardar Azmoun, according to The Guardian.
The Iran striker has impressed in the Champions League this term with goals against Anderlecht and Ajax and also scoring against Atlético Madrid in last week’s group game.
The Guardian report that Azmoun has impressed newly appointed sporting director, Michael Edwards, leading their recruitment department. The Reds are said to have monitored the 21-year-old this season and are considering an offer when the transfer window reopens.
Jurgen Klopp admitted recently that he would consider a January move for a striker after another serious injury to Danny Ings and Sadio Mane’s January departure to the African Cup of Nations.
“We watch the market all the time and of course we need to be prepared for different situations and one of them is injuries,” Klopp said.
“The African Cup of Nations we already knew about so we don’t need to be influenced or surprised by that, but it could be a moment when we approach the market.
“It’s not about how many strikers. Three strikers is enough, I think. But when Sadio is away we will be without a winger. We do not have many wingers, I would say."
Source: Liverpool Echo
This story has been reproduced from today's media. It does not necessarily represent the position of Liverpool Football Club.