Liverpool face Arsenal competition for PSG winger Bradley Barcola
Liverpool face renewed competition from Arsenal in their pursuit of Paris St-Germain winger Bradley Barcola, while advancing their interest in Aston Villa defender Ezri Konsa.
The Anfield club are seeking to accelerate their transfer business as new manager Andoni Iraola looks to strengthen his squad.
Finding a long-term successor for Mohamed Salah remains a pressing priority for the Merseyside outfit.
The Reds have already secured deals for Jeremy Jacquet and Victor Munoz during the current window.
Arsenal enter race for Barcola
Efforts to sign Barcola have been complicated by interest from the reigning Premier League champions.
Mikel Arteta is searching for a new left winger after Real Madrid agreed a contract extension with Vinicius Jr.
The north London club have reportedly identified the French forward as a prime target to provide competition for recent arrival Christos Tzolis.
Liverpool are believed to have agreed personal terms with the 21-year-old, but must still negotiate a fee with his parent club.
Initial demands of £145m from the Parisian side have reportedly been lowered to a more manageable £109m.
Defensive reinforcements eyed amid Konsa interest
Alongside their attacking pursuits, Iraola is eager to bolster a defensive line recently impacted by an injury to Joe Gomez.
Aston Villa players are reportedly growing increasingly concerned that Ezri Konsa will depart the club before the transfer deadline.
The England international has emerged as a key target to provide immediate defensive stability at Anfield.
Further additions are deemed necessary as new signing Jacquet and young prospect Giovanni Leoni continue to build their match fitness.