Fabrizio Romano reports that Liverpool have reached a “verbal agreement” with Bradley Barcola as they work to land the Paris Saint-Germain forward. This comes after the Reds failed to secure Yan Diomande from Real Madrid, leaving them in need of reinforcements on the wings following Mohamed Salah’s potential departure.
In light of their ongoing transfer efforts, Liverpool have welcomed Ronald Araujo, Victor Munoz, and Jeremy Jacquet this summer, but still find themselves lacking in attacking options. The club’s interest in Barcola has intensified as they face the possibility of losing Cody Gakpo to Tottenham Hotspur. Romano adds weight to the story by stating Barcola is keen to join Liverpool and has no intention to extend his PSG contract beyond 2028.
Liverpool prioritising Barcola amid PSG demands
The main hurdle for Liverpool remains negotiating a fee with PSG, who are reportedly seeking around £145 million for the winger. Romano’s update indicates the French club is looking for a proposal in the region of 200 million euros for both Barcola and another player, Ibrahim Mbaye, which has led the Reds to withdraw from pursuing Mbaye.
Schira claims Reds are closing in on a deal
Journalist Nicolo Schira has echoed Romano’s sentiments but has gone further, claiming that Liverpool are “getting closer” to securing Barcola for approximately 125 million euros (£106 million). However, it remains doubtful whether PSG will accept this amount after initially setting a higher asking price. Paris Saint-Germain president Nasser Al-Khelaifi has acknowledged the club’s intention to maintain a calm approach during negotiations, affirming the value of their players.
Romano confirms strong interest in Barcola
Romano has consistently reported that Liverpool have no issues regarding personal terms, stating they are “ready to go strong” to finalise a deal for Barcola. The club’s interest is clear as they attempt to finalise their transfer strategy before the window shuts.
The SportiveNews view
This situation hinges on PSG’s willingness to negotiate on Barcola’s price. While the player’s preference to join Liverpool is a positive sign, the disparity between the asking price and potential offers will likely dictate the deal’s progress. With other clubs interested, timing will also be key.
Frequently asked questions
What is the current status of Liverpool’s move for Barcola?
Fabrizio Romano has reported that a verbal agreement exists between Liverpool and Bradley Barcola, but negotiations with PSG over a transfer fee are still ongoing.
What are PSG’s demands for Barcola?
Reports suggest that Paris Saint-Germain are looking for a fee of around £145 million for Barcola, with some sources indicating they desire a proposal closer to 200 million euros.
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