Liverpool could make Basel play-maker Mohamed Salah as their first signing in January, if the reports are to be believed.

The Reds manager Brendan Rodgers has stressed the importance of bolstering squad in the January transfer window, as Liverpool are looking to mount a serious title challenge for he first time in many years.

The 21-year-old play-maker caught the eye-balls of top clubs this season with his virtuoso performances against Chelsea in the Champions League this season.

Daily Mirror writer David Anderson Tweeted yesterday:

Mohamed Salah could be Liverpool’s first signing of the January transfer window. The deal is progressing well.

— David Anderson (@MirrorAnderson) December 30, 2013

Rodgers claimed that no signings are “imminent” but Daily Mirror reports that negotiations over a deal for Salah are progressing

The exciting youngster, who is often dubbed as Egyptian Messi has scored 17 times in 26 appearances for his country and could make a huge impact at Liverpool with his creativity and goals.