Liverpool pursue Yan Diomande and Bradley Barcola in £260m transfer overhaul
Liverpool manager Andoni Iraola is preparing a £260m summer transfer window overhaul, with Yan Diomande, Bradley Barcola and Adam Wharton emerging as primary targets.
The Premier League club are seeking additional attacking quality to reinforce their squad ahead of the new campaign.
It follows a significant £446m investment last summer that saw the arrivals of Florian Wirtz, Alexander Isak, Hugo Ekitike and Milos Kerkez.
While those high-profile acquisitions are yet to hit top form, Iraola remains confident in extracting the maximum from his current group.
The Spanish manager is currently monitoring potential additions competing at the ongoing World Cup across the Atlantic.
Leipzig reject initial Diomande approach
A move for highly-rated winger Diomande has become the absolute priority for the Merseyside outfit.
However, RB Leipzig have already rebuffed an opening proposal of £86m for the Ivory Coast international.
The Bundesliga side are holding out for a fee closer to £112m while publicly insisting their prized asset is not for sale.
Leipzig executives are reportedly preparing a new contract for the 19-year-old that includes a substantial release clause.
Despite this firm public stance, the teenager is understood to be eager to complete a switch to England.
Internal frustrations are growing between the player’s representatives and Leipzig over the protracted negotiations.
Anfield chiefs may now choose to table a compromise offer of £100m to secure the forward’s signature.
Barcola attracted by Anfield project
Paris St-Germain forward Barcola represents another £100m option on the club’s extensive radar.
The 23-year-old is considering his future in the French capital despite securing three league titles since his 2023 arrival from Lyon.
Arsenal had emerged as early frontrunners for the World Cup participant, with preparations for an official bid reportedly under way last week.
Liverpool have now revived their long-standing interest following preliminary explorations into a transfer last year.
French reports indicate the lightning-fast attacker is enthusiastic about the prospect of joining the developing tactical revolution.
Barcola is thrilled at the prospect of a move to the Reds and is excited by Iraola’s project.
Securing both primary targets would require a £200m financial commitment to resolve persistent attacking issues.
Wharton alternative explored
A £60m approach for Adam Wharton is also under consideration to complete the comprehensive recruitment drive.
While the English midfielder has not explicitly demanded a move to Merseyside, he is reportedly assessing his upcoming options.
