Liverpool have reportedly reached an agreement with Paris Saint-Germain for winger Bradley Barcola, though the French club have set a staggering £128 million asking price. The Reds are leading Arsenal in the chase for the 23-year-old, according to French publication L'équipe.
PSG's Valuation and Transfer Conditions
PSG have slapped a £128 million valuation on Barcola, who could become available should the Parisian outfit finalise a deal for former Liverpool target Yan Diomande. Diomande is thought to have already settled personal terms with PSG. Additionally, PSG are targeting AS Monaco's Maghnes Akliouche, potentially giving Barcola further motivation to seek regular playing time elsewhere.
Arsenal's reported pursuit of Aston Villa's Morgan Rogers could also work in Liverpool's favour, potentially handing the Reds a clear path to Barcola. However, the asking price remains a significant hurdle.
Ex-Strikers Hail Potential Signing
Former Liverpool striker Emile Heskey believes landing Barcola would be a remarkable coup. He told BOYLE Sports: "Signing Bradley Barcola would be an amazing coup for Liverpool because he provides the pace and directness we've been missing on the left wing. We've been spoiled with Sadio Mané and Luis Díaz, and now we need Barcola to get the fans off their seats again."
Former Everton and Manchester United striker Louis Saha also praised Barcola, telling Live Football Tickets: "Bradley Barcola is a terrific player. He has already won two Champions Leagues, and he could even win the World Cup over the next few weeks. His achievements for such a young player are staggering." Saha added that Barcola needs to move somewhere where he will be first choice week in, week out to boost his confidence.
Liverpool's Summer Transfer Activity
Liverpool have already added Victor Munoz from Osasuna this summer, while Jeremy Jacquet, who penned his deal in January, has formally completed his move. New manager Andoni Iraola has been assessing his squad at the club's AXA training facility in Kirkby and is keen to retain key players while recognising further dealings are necessary.
