Liverpool are reportedly confident in their efforts to sign Paris Saint-Germain forward Bradley Barcola this summer, with some reports suggesting they are in a strong position compared to Arsenal. Both English clubs have been identified as leading contenders for Barcola, who is linked with a departure from the Champions League holders.
Barcola, considered a talented winger in Europe, had a limited role at PSG last season, playing behind Ousmane Dembele and Desire Doue. This situation has fueled speculation about his potential exit from the French club.
PSG are also looking to acquire new players, including Yan Diomande and Maghnes Akliouche. These potential arrivals could pave the way for Barcola to leave. Arsenal had reportedly shown interest in Barcola after missing out on signing Morgan Rogers, who joined Chelsea.
Liverpool’s Transfer Pursuits
Liverpool are actively seeking a second new winger. The club aims to address the void created by the departure of Mohamed Salah. Previous attempts by Liverpool to sign Diomande and Michael Olise did not materialise.
According to one report, Akliouche is also a target for Paris Saint-Germain, who have made several offers to Monaco, though none have been accepted so far.
Meanwhile, PSG has reportedly tried to encourage a bidding war for Bradley Barcola by informing clubs of his availability. A high asking price has been mentioned.
In a development that could benefit Liverpool, PSG is expected to forgo pursuing RB Leipzig player Yan Diomande due to complexities in negotiating personal terms. Bournemouth’s Junior Kroupi is now reportedly a new target for PSG.
Competition for Barcola
A report indicates that Liverpool is currently in a favourable position to sign Barcola, with the club reportedly confident of outpacing Arsenal. Bayern Munich is also said to be interested in the forward.
Arsenal‘s interest in the Paris Saint-Germain and France player follows their unsuccessful bid for Morgan Rogers.
Beyond the winger position, The club is reportedly still in contention to sign a Tottenham player, despite a high asking price.
Other transfer rumours circulating include Chelsea facing the possibility of losing defender Jorrel Hato, who has reportedly been offered to Arsenal and Manchester United. Chelsea is also said to be interested in Crystal Palace defender Maxence Lacroix.
Atlético Madrid is expected to make a bid for Arsenal winger Gabriel Martinelli. In response, Arsenal has been linked with World Cup winner Mikel Oyarzabal, who has a release clause in his Real Sociedad contract. Arsenal has also been linked with Athletic Club winger Nico Williams.
AC Milan, Barcelona, and Manchester City are reportedly interested in Phil Foden, whose contract expires in 2027. Manchester City is reportedly preparing a substantial bid for Barcelona’s Fermín López.
Manchester United has shown interest in Crystal Palace forward Ismaïla Sarr. Aston Villa, preparing for Morgan Rogers‘ departure, has identified West Ham United forward Crysencio Summerville as a potential replacement, though Roma has also made a bid for him.
Manchester United‘s interest in Nottingham Forest fullback Neco Williams is reportedly complicated by advances from Tottenham Hotspur and Newcastle United. Ipswich Town is reportedly hoping for a quick acceptance of their bid for Fulham’s Issa Diop. Mathys Tel of Tottenham has attracted interest from Galatasaray.
In La Liga, Rodri has reportedly rejected contract renewal offers from Manchester City due to his desire to join Real Madrid. Erling Haaland has reportedly instructed his agents to secure his departure from Manchester City by the summer of 2027, with Real Madrid being a potential destination. Barcelona has arranged a meeting with Ferran Torres to discuss his wishes for the summer window.
Torres, a World Cup winner, has reportedly inspired an offer from Aston Villa and has been a target for PSG. Jamie Vardy is reportedly seeking a move to Sevilla. Barcelona defender Jules Kounde has reportedly dismissed any chance of leaving Catalonia this summer, despite anticipated interest from Bayern Munich.
Source: football365.com
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