Liverpool's transfer window is picking up speed and Andoni Iraola has a handful of deals at his disposal, who are there for the taking this week
Bradley Barcola #12 of France reacts after the 4-6 loss during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Bronze Final between France and England at Miami Stadium
Bradley Barcola has given Liverpool new hope that he's theirs this summer if they raise the funds(Image: FIFA via Getty Images)
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Liverpool fans are hoping to see more transfer activity around the club after a fast start to the summer. The Reds sprinted out of the gates with the £34million signing of Victor Munoz. The World Cup-winner joined Jeremy Jacquet on Merseyside.
Business has slowed since then but that doesn't mean there aren't deals ready to be completed should the club desire. Anfield has a pulling power on par with just about any other team in the world and things could escalate for Andoni Iraola's side at the drop of a hat, especially as clubs rush to meet the annual financial fair play deadline on Friday.
There are multiple prospects at present who are far more within reach to address certain issues plaguing the squad at present. And the ECHO breaks down which transfer opportunities Liverpool could capitalise before the week is out.
Bradley Barcola
The dream signing for many a Liverpool fan as things stand - and it could be a lot closer than some would suggest. The hunt for Bradley Barcola took a fresh turn after L'Equipe reported the France winger has rejected the latest offer of contract talks.
That's the latest indication yet that Barcola, who's now in the final two years of his Paris Saint-Germain deal, wants out of the Parc des Princes. Transfer insider Fabrizio Romano has long stated Liverpool are in the lead for the forward, who has been valued at upwards of £85m.
Said El Mala
It's a secret to absolutely no one that Liverpool's most dire need right now is a successor to Mohamed Salah. However, sourcing a replacement for one of the greatest players in Premier League history may not end up being a straightforward formula.
The Reds have reportedly dedicated a lot of their summer efforts to the pursuit of 19-year-old RB Leipzig winger Yan Diomande. However, Said El Mala is another Bundesliga prospect linked with Liverpool of late who could provide an alternative solution.
The player is seemingly destined for the Cologne exit door, with his club seemingly open to a sale as long as a suitor meets their demands. Borussia Dortmund last week had an offer rejected for the 19-year-old, which fell short of their price-tag, which is estimated to be between £40m and £50m.
Liverpool already forked out a not-too-dissimilar fee on Munoz, who split his time playing across both wings for Osasuna last term. El Mala performed in a similar role for Cologne and, like Munoz, is also capable of playing through the middle.
Another project player may not be the ideal solution but it may be the more financially viable one long term. Also, El Mala's ambidextrous properties make him a highly unpredictable asset, whose return of 13 goals and five assists in 34 league outings last term make him a very attractive option.
Harvey Elliott
Harvey Elliott of Liverpool applauds the fans during the pre-season friendly match between Liverpool v Athletic Club Bilbao at Anfield on August 4, 2025
Harvey Elliott's time at Liverpool may finally be up(Image: Robbie Jay Barratt - AMA/Getty Images)
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Harvey Elliott is currently part of the contingent on tour in the United States, though that could soon change. This summer has been slated as a crossroads for the English playmaker, who will either convince Iraola he's worth keeping at Anfield or be sold for good.
Both Sunderland and Leeds have been tipped with interest and should both have the funds necessary for his £30m signature. After a dreary loan at Aston Villa last term, a parting of ways with Liverpool may be required for Elliott to fulfil his obvious potential.
Stefan Bajcetic
The odds of Liverpool seeing the Stefan Bajcetic of his pre-injury struggles appear slim at present. Sevilla, Rayo Vallecano and Elche are each considered serious contenders for his signature and the low cost attached to the midfielder makes a move any day now very feasible.
Giorgi Mamardashvili
Recent reports suggest backup goalkeeper Giorgi Mamardashvili could be available for loan after it became clear Alisson will remain at Anfield. Freddie Woodman's recent contract extension also provides added assurances between the posts, with several Serie A teams reportedly ready to get serious about taking the Georgian on temporary terms.
Givairo Read
Givairo Read of Feyenoord runs with the ball during the Dutch Vriendenloterij Eredivisie match between Feyenoord and FC Volendam at Stadion Feijenoord
Givairo Read has made no secret of his love for Liverpool(Image: Hans van der Valk/BSR Agency/Getty Images)
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Feyenoord right-back Givairo Read was touted for a reunion with Arne Slot when he was in charge at Anfield. However, there's a deal there for Iraola to capitalise on given the 20-year-old has made no secret of his affection for the Reds.
When asked last year whether he would like to join Manchester City or Manchester United, Read planted his flag when he told Voetbal International: "Liverpool, for sure! No-one else."
It would be of interest to see how that stance has changed, if at all, now that Slot is no longer at the club. And it may be worth investigating a move for an affordable option who already has a wealth of experience in the Eredivisie.
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Read has become a regular at Feyenoord since making his senior debut at 18 and Liverpool need the cover in defence. Joe Gomez's injury in Saturday's 4-2 friendly win over Sunderland has robbed the team of one option in that role, with less than a month to go before the new campaign gets underway.
There are already a number of Dutch stars at Anfield who could help Read bed in, not least of whom Jeremie Frimpong, whose injury struggles tested the defence last season. Nottingham Forest have reportedly registered a £17.5m bid to try and tempt Feyenoord, giving a sense of the fee needed for Liverpool to steal in.
Ifeanyi Ndukwe
Another fresh obstacle for Liverpool's backline is the news that new signing Ifeanyi Ndukwe can't play for the first team this term. The 18-year-old recently completed a £2.6m move from Austria Wien after agreeing the deal in January.
However, UK laws mean he won't be able to earn a work permit to represent Iraola's side this season. That means he'll either spend the campaign in the reserve and youth divisions, or preferably be farmed out on loan to gain more first-team experience.
In the event of the latter, there are bound to be suitors in Europe willing to take on the Austria under-19 international. As such, locating a new destination for the teenage prospect should be a relative formality.
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