Liverpool Signs Munoz and Pursues Barcola
Liverpool has secured the services of Victor Munoz for £34 million from Osasuna, marking the start of what could be an active transfer period for the club. Following the Reds’ missed chance to sign Yan Diomande, who joined Real Madrid from RB Leipzig, the focus has shifted to Bradley Barcola.
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Barcola, currently under contract with Paris Saint-Germain until 2028, is unlikely to renew with the club. PSG plans to cash in on the France international during this transfer window. However, Liverpool’s challenge lies in negotiating with PSG over the transfer fee, as the French club is reportedly holding out for around £145 million.
PSG Values Barcola at £145 Million
That price is likely too high for Liverpool sporting director Richard Hughes, who prefers a fee closer to £100 million for the talented forward.
Fabrizio Romano remains optimistic about the potential transfer, stating in the GIVEMESPORT Market Madness podcast that he expects “movement” regarding Barcola in the closing days of the transfer window.
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Fabrizio Romano Confirms Interest in Barcola
“They will definitely [be busy],” Romano remarked, noting Liverpool’s active spending plans as the transfer window approaches its conclusion.
“I expect Liverpool to be among the most active clubs in Europe during these final 10 to 12 days of the summer transfer window,” he added.
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“There are ongoing discussions and negotiations daily between Paris Saint-Germain and Liverpool regarding Barcola. It comes down to achieving a financial agreement; the potential for a deal exists.”
Paris Saint-Germain is also preparing for Barcola’s potential departure by restructuring its attack, featuring Ferran Torres, Mika Godts, and Maghnes Akliouche, suggesting that space may be limited if Barcola remains.
Additionally, Liverpool reportedly has interest in PSG’s Ibrahim Mbaye, but this potential move may occur independently of any deals involving Barcola.
Liverpool recruit Munoz and want Barcola too
Victor Munoz has been onboarded at a cost of £34m from Osasuna but more signings are in the offing. Ever since the Reds lost out on Yan Diomande – with the winger joining Real Madrid from RB Leipzig – Bradley Barcola has been the focus.
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The Paris Saint-Germain winger – under contract until 2028 – is unlikely to sign a new deal with the two-time European champions.
Instead Luis Enrique’s side are intending to cash in on the France international during the current transfer period. The only issue for Liverpool is reaching an agreement with PSG over the transfer fee as the Paris aristocrats are holding out for around £145m.
PSG want £145m for Barcola
That is a little too rich for Liverpool sporting director Richard Hughes – who seems keen to pay closer to the £100m mark for the versatile frontman.
Fabrizio Romano is not giving up hope on this deal just yet – telling the GIVEMESPORT Market Madness podcast that he expects “movement” on the Barcola deal in the final days of the window.
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Barcola to Liverpool deal is on claims Fabrizio Romano
“They will definitely [be busy],” the Italian transfer guru says of Liverpool’s impending spending campaign.
“I expect Liverpool probably to be among the busiest clubs in Europe in these final 10,12 days of the summer transfer window.
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“Because for sure, there is movement on Barcola. There are negotiations and discussions on a daily basis between Paris Saint-Germain and Liverpool. So it’s about reaching a financial agreement, but a deal is on.”
That sounds incredibly promising and PSG are also taking steps to ensure Barcola won’t be missed. A new-look attack is going to feature Ferran Torres, Mika Godts and Maghnes Akliouche – meaning space is going to be at a premium for Barcola if he stays.
Liverpool are also thought to be chasing a deal for PSG’s Ibrahim Mbaye but it seems as though that deal will be separate to business done for Barcola.
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