Liverpool target Paris St-Germain forward Bradley Barcola to replace Salah

Liverpool have identified Paris St-Germain forward Bradley Barcola as their top transfer target to replace Mohamed Salah, with initial approaches already made.

The Anfield hierarchy are eager to secure a second major summer signing following the recent acquisition of Victor Munoz.

Fenway Sports Group view the 23-year-old as a world-class talent capable of filling the void potentially left by their Egyptian talisman.

Missed targets force strategic rethink

The Reds originally focused their recruitment efforts on highly rated winger Yan Diomande.

However, the teenager opted to join the French champions instead.

Paris St-Germain are also actively pursuing a deal for Monaco playmaker Maghnes Akliouche.

This aggressive market activity by the Ligue 1 giants could work in the Merseyside club’s favour.

The potential arrival of Diomande and Akliouche in the French capital would push an already established international further down the pecking order.

Arsenal competition and World Cup duty

Securing the France international will not be a straightforward task for the recruitment team.

Arsenal have also registered a firm interest and are closely monitoring the player’s situation.

Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano has confirmed that both Premier League clubs have initiated contact regarding a potential move.

I keep telling you, don’t forget Liverpool, because both Liverpool and Arsenal are calling for Barcola.

Any immediate progress on a deal may be temporarily delayed by international commitments.

The lightning-fast attacker is currently preparing for a crucial World Cup quarter-final tie against Morocco on Thursday evening.

However, Liverpool have already proved capable of completing complex negotiations during the tournament, having recently finalised their move for Munoz.

Midfield reinforcements also on the agenda

Widespread changes are anticipated across the squad this summer amid lingering doubts over the futures of key personnel.

Speculation continues to mount regarding a potential departure for homegrown midfielder Curtis Jones.

There is also growing uncertainty surrounding Alexis Mac Allister’s long-term status at Anfield.

As a result, the club are reportedly exploring a move for a Real Madrid midfielder to bolster their central options.