Liverpool have started to make moves in the transfer window with just three weeks left until it slams shut
Bradley Barcola of Paris Saint Germain
Bradley Barcola is Liverpool's top transfer target(Image: Getty Images)
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Liverpool have entered a critical stage of the summer transfer window and the club look set to act accordingly. The weekend saw the Reds strengthen their backline after a series of injuries left Virgil van Dijk their only fit senior centre-half.
Ronaldo Araujo, the Barcelona club captain, is joining on a season-long loan to ease Andoni Iraola's defensive headache. Attention now turns back to the Reds’ attack.
In a week that saw former winger Mohamed Salah join Turkish side Trabzonspor, the need for reinforcements is amplifying. Today's news sees Liverpool hit with a worrying development over their chase for PSG forward Bradley Barcola, while a current Reds striker is the subject of interest from a Premier League rival.
Arsenal move for Barcola
Arsenal are ready to make a move for Barcola this summer, according to The Independent. Liverpool reportedly made the French star their primary target this summer but could now face a fierce fight for his signature.
The Premier League champions had pivoted towards a sensational move for Real Madrid’s Vinicius Jr, as they look to bolster their own attack, but he has signed a new deal with the Spanish giants.
TEAMtalk claim Arsenal have been in contact with Barcola's camp as fears of a hijack increase. PSG's position on Barcola's price tag, however, could be a troubling obstacle for both sides. The winger is said to be valued at around £145million although some outlets have said the price is set closer to £128m.
ARLINGTON, TEXAS - JULY 14: France's Bradley Barcola during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Semi Final match between France and Spain at Dallas Stadium on July 14, 2026 in Arlington, United States. (Photo by Rob Newell - CameraSport via Getty Images)
Bradley Barcola is significantly valued by PSG(Image: Rob Newell - CameraSport, CameraSport via Getty Images)
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Arsenal are believed to have a long-standing interest in Barcola as they look to shore up their left wing. But as it stands, Liverpool have the upper hand, having advanced in discussions with both PSG and the player's representatives.
Barcola is also believed to be keen to join the Reds. However, with no agreement on a fee struck yet, time could be running out, with Arsenal ready to sanction a major-money move for Liverpool's long-term target.
Spurs learn Gakpo stance
Liverpool are refusing to budge on a move for Cody Gakpo, unless they sign two forwards, according to talkSPORT. An update on Spurs' chase of the Dutch attacker claimed the north London side are serious about securing the Premier League title-winner.
LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND - MAY 24: Cody Gakpo of Liverpool looks on during the Premier League match between Liverpool and Brentford at Anfield on May 24, 2026 in Liverpool, England. (Photo by Liverpool FC/Liverpool FC via Getty Images)
Tottenham are interested in Cody Gakpo(Image: Liverpool FC, Liverpool FC via Getty Images)
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Spurs have reportedly been told that £70m could get a deal for Gakpo over the line. According to the report, Liverpool's current stance on the player they signed in January 2023 is to retain him, unless they can bring in new recruits in that area of the pitch.
Any movement on a potential deal would only come late in the window, and with the deadline on September 1, time may not be in Spurs' favour. The outlet even claimed that sources have referred to Spurs’ pursuit of Gakpo as a “fool’s errand,” given Liverpool's current reluctance to sanction an Anfield exit.
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