Bradley Barcola, a 23-year-old forward signed by Paris Saint-Germain in the summer of 2023 on a contract running until June 2028, has established himself at both PSG and the French national team. However, in Paris, he remains something of a substitute for big matches. His situation is fueling transfer rumors this summer, with speculation ranging from a contract extension to a departure. The Sun now reports optimism regarding Liverpool’s chances, particularly in a race against Arsenal.
“Barcola is ready for a new challenge.”
Liverpool are in the driving seat for Barcola, who is also wanted by Bayern Munich.
They have already missed out on Yan Diomande, who is set to join PSG from RB Leipzig once the German side seal a replacement.
Diomande’s arrival in the French capital means the European champions can afford to offload Barcola
Barcola, 23, has just two years left on his PSG deal and is ready for a new challenge.
PSG also need to raise funds as they bid to land highly-rated Monaco midfielder Maghnes Akliouche, 24, who is rated at £43m.
Once again, caution is advised regarding this matter. In any case, one should always be wary of rumors during the transfer window. The Barcola situation has sparked a multitude of contradictory claims; some predict a likely contract extension, while others foresee a possible departure. Price estimates have also ranged from €100 million to €150 million—a massive discrepancy.
If the French international were indeed to leave the capital, Liverpool would certainly be a plausible destination. It is a major club with significant financial resources that is looking to recruit for that position. However, one argument suggests that PSG’s recruitment of attacking players could push Barcola out. Yet, those players (notably Maghnes Akliouche and Yan Diomande) have not arrived yet, and positional shifts are possible; Akliouche and Désiré Doué, for instance, could play in midfield.
Nothing is set in stone; let’s wait for concrete developments to get a clearer picture.
