Liverpool target Paris St-Germain winger Bradley Barcola in £100m deal
Liverpool are preparing a statement £100m bid for Paris St-Germain winger Bradley Barcola as they look to rebuild their attack ahead of the 2026 transfer deadline.
The Merseyside club have identified the 23-year-old as their primary target following a failed pursuit of Ivory Coast international Yan Diomande.
Paris St-Germain currently value their prized asset at £145m.
However, the Reds are hopeful a £100m offer will tempt the French champions into opening negotiations for the highly-rated forward.
Rebuilding a depleted frontline
The Anfield outfit are in desperate need of reinforcements after losing several influential figures during a tumultuous summer.
Mohamed Salah, Andy Robertson, Ibrahima Konate and manager Arne Slot have all departed the six-time European champions.
Attacking options have been further stretched by Hugo Ekitike’s long-term injury.
Meanwhile, Dutch forward Cody Gakpo is reportedly attracting strong interest from Premier League rivals Tottenham Hotspur.
Isak seeking a lethal partnership
Securing the Frenchman’s signature could prove vital in unlocking the potential of club-record signing Alexander Isak.
The Sweden striker endured a frustrating debut campaign on Merseyside, managing just four goals across 22 appearances amid persistent fitness issues.
A full pre-season has already benefited the former Newcastle United marksman, who looked sharp during a recent 45-minute outing against Leeds United.
Introducing a lightning-fast winger could provide the exact creative spark needed to occupy defenders and create space for the central striker.
Contract stand-off in Paris
The sought-after attacker is currently unwilling to extend his existing contract at the Parc des Princes.
His current deal expires in 2028, but the French international remains fully open to a Premier League switch.
Preliminary discussions between the two clubs took place 12 months ago, suggesting a long-standing interest from the Premier League heavyweights.
Should a deal fail to materialise, highly-rated Bournemouth prospect Rayan remains a viable alternative on the radar of Europe’s elite.