Liverpool Ready New Offer for Bradley Barcola as PSG’s Transfer Moves Open Door for £145m Deal

Liverpool are preparing a fresh bid for Paris Saint-Germain forward Bradley Barcola, aiming to finalize the signing before the transfer window closes. The Reds' confidence has grown following PSG's recent acquisition of winger Mika Godts from Ajax for up to £47 million.

PSG's Latest Signing Fuels Liverpool's Optimism

The completion of the Godts transfer, a young Belgian talent, is viewed as a sign that Barcola could be on his way out of Paris. With new competition arising in the PSG attack—including players like Khvicha Kvaratskhelia and Desire Doue—Liverpool see a chance to strike a deal despite the club's initial £145 million valuation of Barcola.

The need for PSG to balance their squad and Barcola’s wish for regular first-team play may push both sides toward an agreement soon.

Barcola Omitted from PSG Squad Amid Exit Speculation

Interest around Barcola’s future intensified after he was excluded from PSG’s recent matchday squad, signaling his time at the Parc des Princes might be ending. Transfer insider Fabrizio Romano confirmed Barcola was not even on the bench in PSG’s latest fixture, reinforcing that talks with Liverpool remain active.

This follows a pattern under coach Luis Enrique, who has favored Maghnes Akliouche over Barcola in recent matches, including the UEFA Super Cup win against Aston Villa. Barcola, 23, looks eager to move to England to build on a breakthrough season that marked him as one of Europe’s most promising young forwards.

Arsenal Lose Ground in Race for Barcola

While Arsenal have shown long-term interest, Liverpool now seem to lead the chase. The Gunners hesitate over meeting PSG’s high asking price, allowing Liverpool to position themselves as the frontrunner for the France international, who impressed during his country’s World Cup semi-final run.

Securing Barcola would mark a significant boost for manager Andoni Iraola, who has already brought in Victor Munoz from Osasuna and secured Ronald Araujo on loan from Barcelona. Adding a winger of Barcola’s quality is seen as key to completing Liverpool’s squad rebuilding.

Iraola Seeks Reinforcements Ahead of Season Start

With the new Premier League season just days away, Iraola is keen to strengthen a squad that has lost experienced players like Andy Robertson and Ibrahima Konate on free transfers. While defensive gaps remain, attacking options also need bolstering.

PSG’s signing of Godts, who contributed 30 goal involvements last Eredivisie season, was the trigger Liverpool needed. They view Godts as a natural replacement for Barcola at PSG, clearing the path for Liverpool’s pursuit.

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