The Champions League winner has held positive discussions with Liverpool head coach Andoni Iraola and is keen on making the move to Anfield this summer.
The Arsenal hope of signing Bradley Barcola appear to have suffered a major setback after reports emerged that the Paris Saint-Germain winger has reached an agreement in principle over personal terms with Liverpool.
According to reports citing L’Équipe, Barcola has held positive discussions with Liverpool head coach Andoni Iraola and is keen on making the move to Anfield this summer.
While the player is now said to have agreed personal terms, the transfer is not yet complete. Liverpool and Paris Saint-Germain remain in negotiations over a transfer fee, with the two clubs still working to reach a full agreement.
The development represents a significant shift in one of the summer’s biggest transfer stories.
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Arsenal have admired Barcola for some time and had previously scouted the France international as they looked to strengthen the left side of Mikel Arteta’s attack. However, Liverpool now appear to have moved decisively ahead in the race.
The Gunners have been exploring several options for the left-wing position following the sale of Leandro Trossard, with Real Madrid star Vinícius Júnior emerging as the club’s primary dream target. Barcola had remained one of the leading alternatives should a move for the Brazilian prove impossible.
Despite Liverpool’s progress, there is still work to be done before the transfer is completed.
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PSG are expected to demand a substantial fee for one of Europe’s brightest young forwards, meaning negotiations could continue until both clubs agree on the financial details of the deal.
Barcola has developed into one of Ligue 1’s standout attacking players thanks to his pace, dribbling ability and versatility across the front line. His performances have made him one of the most sought-after young wingers in European football, attracting interest from several elite clubs throughout the summer.
For Arsenal, the latest update may force Andrea Berta and Mikel Arteta to focus their attention elsewhere.
Should Liverpool finalise an agreement with PSG, Barcola would become unavailable, leaving Arsenal to pursue alternative targets as they continue searching for a marquee addition on the left wing before the transfer window closes.
With personal terms reportedly already in place, Liverpool are now firmly in pole position. The final stage of the deal rests on whether they can reach a full agreement with PSG over the transfer fee in the coming days.
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