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Liverpool nears Barcola deal after PSG price cut

8/26/2026

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Liverpool Pursues Barcola

Liverpool are close to finalising the signing of PSG winger Bradley Barcola.
The clubs have reached a verbal agreement and personal terms, according to François Plateau.
PSG’s asking price has reportedly dropped from £145 million to around £120 million.
The deal must close by 11 pm on 1 September 2026, with Iraola naming Barcola a priority winger after Salah left.
Fabrizio Romano says the transfer is “alive”, with Arsenal also interested.

Summary

Liverpool Skips Midfield

Liverpool announced they will not sign any midfielder this summer, targeting only wide attackers.
Curtis Jones transferred to Inter Milan, leaving Liverpool’s midfield without his services.
Manager Andoni Iraola said the club will strengthen the forward line, not the centre of the park.
Fans expressed concerns about midfield depth after the 2-2 draw with Newcastle United.

History

Historical Context

In summer 2017 Liverpool broke its transfer record by paying £36.5 million for Mohamed Salah, whose prolific scoring helped the club reach the 2018 Champions League final and later win league titles. Following Salah’s 2026 exit, Liverpool have again pursued expensive wide talent, targeting French winger Bradley Barcola to revive that attacking impact.

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Liverpool Pursues Barcola

Liverpool are close to finalising the signing of PSG winger Bradley Barcola.
The clubs have reached a verbal agreement and personal terms, according to François Plateau.
PSG’s asking price has reportedly dropped from £145 million to around £120 million.
The deal must close by 11 pm on 1 September 2026, with Iraola naming Barcola a priority winger after Salah left.
Fabrizio Romano says the transfer is “alive”, with Arsenal also interested.

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