Liverpool considered early favourites for deal involving “impressive” 23-year-old attacker
Liverpool are believed to be the most serious suitors for Paris Saint-Germain winger Bradley Barcola as things stand. While Arsenal and Chelsea have also been linked with the French attacker, current indications suggest Liverpool have progressed furthest in exploring a possible move.
Barcola is expected to depart PSG this summer, although formal discussions over his future have yet to take place, with a final decision likely later in the window. Arsenal have previously monitored the 23-year-old but have not advanced their interest, whereas Liverpool are showing clear intent as they plan an attacking rebuild in anticipation of life after Mohamed Salah.
Liverpool frontrunners for Bradley Barcola deal
The Reds view Barcola as a long-term wide-forward option and see him as a key piece in Arne Slot’s plans to strengthen the front line. With Salah enduring a difficult campaign and recent arrivals such as Alexander Isak and Florian Wirtz still finding their feet, Liverpool are keen to add a different attacking profile.
Barcola is considered an ideal fit to provide greater variety out wide, and Liverpool’s pursuit has intensified following their failure to secure Antoine Semenyo, who instead joined Manchester City.
Potential complication in Barcola transfer
However, sources caution that Barcola’s future at PSG is not entirely settled and could depend on developments in the club’s managerial situation. One insider explained that while Barcola has struggled for consistent minutes under Luis Enrique, a change in the dugout could yet alter his role.
“Liverpool’s interest is extremely strong, and if his circumstances at PSG don’t improve he would be open to a move,” the source noted. “But much will depend on who takes charge next.”
Although Barcola has found opportunities limited under Enrique, the PSG coach has previously praised the winger, describing him as “superb” and highlighting his “quality,” according to Get French Football News.
