Liverpool are reportedly ready to pay around $134 million for PSG winger Bradley Barcola, while also weighing up a move for a second PSG winger, Ibrahim Mbaye, before the summer transfer window closes
Bradley Barcola (France) during Round of 16 FIFA World Cup 2026, Paraguay and France, Philadelphia Stadium, Philadelphia, United States on July 04 2026. (Photo by Ulrik Pedersen/NurPhoto via Getty Images)
Liverpool is lining up a bid for Bradley Barcola(Image: Getty Images)
There are fewer than 30 days left in the summer transfer window as Liverpool and their competitors aim to bolster their squads ahead of the new campaign. The Reds have thus far secured three incoming signings.
Defender Jeremy Jacquet has completed his switch from Rennes, a transaction that was agreed upon back in February. Another deal settled earlier in the year is the $3.5 million acquisition of 18 year old centre-back Ifeanyi Ndukwe.
Liverpool have also wrapped up a $46.4 million deal for forward Victor Munoz from Osasuna. The 23 year old featured in Spain's World Cup-winning squad at this summer's tournament in North America, reports the Liverpool Echo.
The Reds remain linked with activity both inbound and outbound before the window closes. Bradley Barcola is the player most prominently touted with a switch to Anfield, while Tottenham Hotspur have been associated with an interest in Cody Gakpo.
With speculation surrounding transfers emerging daily, here's a round-up of some of the latest developments from in and around Anfield.
Barcola transfer stance
Liverpool are prepared to pay a fee in the region of $134.6 million for Paris Saint-Germain winger Bradley Barcola, according to BBC Sport. As reported by the ECHO, the Reds have initiated discussions with the French giants regarding a transfer.
However, PSG are understood to be seeking a fee in the region of $188 million should they agree to sell, surpassing the club record $168.2 million Liverpool spent on Alexander Isak last summer.
Bradley Barcola of Paris Saint-Germain celebrates scoring his team's first goal during the UEFA Champions League 2025/26 Round of 16 First Leg match between Paris Saint-Germain FC and Chelsea FC
Liverpool is pushing to get a deal done for Bradley Barcola(Image: (Photo by Justin Setterfield/Getty Images))
Liverpool have engaged in discussions with Barcola's representatives regarding a potential transfer and have received positive indications from the player's side. They will now attempt to negotiate a fee with PSG.
There are hopes that the Ligue 1 outfit will reduce their initial valuation, with a compromise being reached on the transfer sum.
Second PSG deal
Liverpool are considering a move for a second PSG winger, with interest in Ibrahim Mbaye. The Reds are eager to bolster Andoni Iraola's attacking options before the window closes.
As reported by the ECHO, the 18 year old right-winger is being assessed, with the youngster reportedly priced at between $46.2 million and $57.8 million.
Despite his youth, Mbaye featured 30 times across all competitions for PSG last season. However, only 11 of those appearances came as a starter.
With fierce competition at the Parc de Princes, he may seek a departure this summer in pursuit of more consistent playing time. Liverpool could encounter rivalry from the likes of RB Leipzig and Bayer Leverkusen for his services, though reports in France suggest that he would favour a switch to Anfield.