Fabrizio Romano has shared updates on Liverpool's transfer ambitions regarding their attacking flanks.
According to the insider:
The key transfer storyline unfolding at the moment undoubtedly revolves around Bradley Barcola.
Barcola has yet to feature for Paris Saint-Germain in the UEFA Super Cup, and his body language suggests he is contemplating a departure from the club.
As it stands, there remains a considerable chance for him to join Liverpool, and his expression speaks volumes.
He is eager to make the move to Liverpool, and personal terms are largely agreed upon, which poses no issues.
Barcola is attracted by Liverpool's project, and Liverpool wants to secure his signature. Now, it's all about the negotiations between the clubs. Talks are reportedly happening daily, with direct contact between the English and French sides.
The big news of the evening comes from PSG president Nasser Al-Khelaifi, who stated: “I don’t know what will happen with him; we’ll see in the coming days, we are in negotiations.”
When Al-Khelaifi, who typically articulates his stance clearly on players expected to stay, acknowledges Barcola's open future, it signals one thing: a deal is indeed in the pipeline.
Regarding Ibrahima Mbaye, Liverpool has been in discussions with the player's agent, Jorge Mendes, for several days.
However, my information suggests that PSG believe signing both Barcola and Mbaye could cost upwards of €200 million (£171 million). That would be an eye-watering sum for two players.
From what I understand, Liverpool’s plan is to sign two wingers before the transfer window closes, especially if Cody Gakpo moves to Tottenham. Should Gakpo leave and Liverpool complete the signing of Barcola, there'd still be room for another wide attacker. But as it stands, PSG's price for Mbaye is viewed as prohibitively high.
