Liverpool are making significant strides towards completing a high-profile double transfer, targeting attacking duo Bradley Barcola and Ibrahim Mbaye from French giants PSG.
After missing out on Yan Diomande, the Merseysiders have turned their attention to PSG, especially following the arrival of Maness Akliouch and the potential transfer of Miki Godts to the Parisians, which paves the way for the French and Senegalese wingers to make a move to Anfield. Reds boss Andoni Iraola sees Barcola as a primary left winger, while the 18-year-old Mbaye is viewed as a long-term replacement for Mohamed Salah on the right flank.
Details of the negotiations
According to reputable sources, the deals are in an active phase.
Bradley Barcola: L'Equipe reports that Liverpool have already fully agreed on the terms of a personal contract with the player and his entourage. The main issue appears to be the compensation fee: PSG are looking for around €170m (£146m), while the Reds are unwilling to exceed €120m (£103m). Pressure from the player himself may help to lower the Parisians' demands.
Ibrahim Mbaye: Journalist Peter O'Rourke highlights that Liverpool have outpaced Manchester City and emerged as frontrunners for the young talent. The Merseysiders are prepared to meet PSG's financial demands of €50m (£43m), and finalising a personal agreement with the player is expected to be straightforward.
In total, this potential double transfer from Ligue 1 could cost Liverpool around £146m.
