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Social media algorithm activity rarely counts as concrete transfer news, but when a new Anfield signing drops an explicit hint, supporters are bound to take notice.
Liverpool defender Jérémy Jacquet was spotted liking an Instagram post discussing the possibility of Paris Saint-Germain youngster Ibrahim Mbaye joining the Reds.
?? ?????? ????? – Jeremy Jacquet approves of Liverpool trying to sign both Mbaye and Barcola! pic.twitter.com/aGDPdjgUfY
— LFC Transfer Room (@LFCTransferRoom) August 17, 2026
The reaction online was instant, with fans quickly picking up on the social media activity amidst mounting speculation over Liverpool’s summer recruitment.
As one supporter put it on social media: “Ibou’s parting gift was making us a popular club for French players.”
The comment references the lingering impact of Ibrahima Konaté following a period of high-profile departures at Anfield, including Andy Robertson and Mohamed Salah. That changing of the guard has left clear vacancies across the squad, prompting Anfield chiefs to push for a major overhaul in wide areas.
PSG exits and personal terms
Speculation around Mbaye and his PSG teammate Bradley Barcola escalated over the weekend after both players were left out of Paris Saint-Germain’s squad for their 1-0 French Super Cup defeat against Lens on Sunday.
With Luis Enrique’s side adding Maghnes Akliouche, Ferran Torres, and Mika Godts to their attacking options, the omission of Barcola and Mbaye signaled a clear shift in their role within the Parisian project.
Earlier today, reports emerged claiming Mbaye and Liverpool have struck an agreement on personal terms over a five-year contract. Senior figures at Liverpool, however, have strongly denied those claims, insisting the club’s interest remains exploratory as talks continue with the player’s representatives in an effort to negotiate a lower fee.
Despite interest from Bayer Leverkusen and Manchester United who are among eight clubs reportedly tracking the Senegal international Mbaye is claimed to favour a move to Merseyside over other suitors.
Meanwhile, Barcola’s long-stated interest in Liverpool means financial fine print between the clubs remains the final hurdle before any prospective double deal can be finalized.
Having already secured Jacquet to bolster the backline alongside loan arrival Ronald Araújo from Barcelona, the hierarchy’s primary target for the summer window remains a complete refresh of the attacking flanks. Following the arrival of Víctor Muñoz, the potential additions of Barcola and Mbaye would complete that structural overhaul.
If both moves go through, Barcola is projected to line up on the left flank, while Mbaye would battle with Rio Ngumoha for starts on the right side of the attack.
While Luis Enrique declined to comment on the potential departures following Sunday’s defeat, PSG’s recent recruitment suggests the French champions are actively preparing for life without both wingers as negotiations proceed.