Liverpool are making phone calls to sign a player FSG believe is 'world-class' as they look to land their second new summer signing after Victor Munoz, according to Fabrizio Romano.
Liverpool swooped in out of nowhere to hijack Newcastle United's move to sign Spain international Munoz from Osasuna last month, but it is the only new business they have done with Jeremy Jacquet's summer arrival confirmed after a deal was agreed for the French centre-back in the January transfer window.
The Reds had their eyes on exciting RB Leipzig winger Yan Diomande heading into the summer, and at one point there was confidence that the player wanted to move to Anfield and wear the famous red shirt.
However, the 19-year-old has instead decided he would prefer to join Paris Saint-Germain instead, with the Champions League holders currently working on deals to sign the Ivory Coast international and Monaco's Maghnes Akliouche.
Liverpool have been forced to turn to alternative options as a result, and PSG's pursuit of Diomande and Akliouche might actually turn out to be a positive for Andoni Iraola and the recruitment team.
Should both deals get done, it is more likely that Bradley Barcola will be allowed to leave the Parc des Princes, with Desire Doue and Ousmane Dembele already two of their most regular starters on the flanks.
Romano: Liverpool Making Phone Calls to Sign Barcola
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According to Romano, Liverpool have now put Barcola at the very top of their winger wishlist as they look to replace Salah.
The Reds tried to sign the France international from PSG last summer with FSG believing he is 'world-class', but no move materialised and the 23-year-old ended up remaining with the Ligue 1 champions.
However, Liverpool and Premier League winners Arsenal are making phone calls about signing the forward, who is currently preparing for a World Cup quarter-final against Morocco on Thursday evening.
Issuing a new update on Barcola's situation and Liverpool's interest, Romano said on his YouTube channel:
"I maintain my information since April, and I stand by my information. I keep telling you, don't forget Liverpool, because both Liverpool and Arsenal are calling for Barcola.
"Liverpool have the player at the very top of their shortlist since the summer transfer window 2025 and Liverpool remain interested in Barcola, so Barcola is 100% on the list of Liverpool. I maintain my information."
While there may be a fear that no deal can be done until after France either win the World Cup or are knocked out of it, Liverpool did complete a deal for Munoz, who is still in the competition with Spain.
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There could also be changes in Liverpool's midfield this summer, with Curtis Jones continuing to be linked with a move away and doubts over the long-term future of Alexis Mac Allister at Anfield.
Liverpool could bring in a new midfielder, and they are being linked with a move to sign another France international in Real Madrid's Eduardo Camavinga.
The 23-year-old could be sold by Real this summer and he could also provide competition for Milos Kerkez too, given he has featured regularly at left-back for the La Liga giants in recent seasons.