Liverpool is actively pursuing wingers this transfer window, with significant developments emerging.

Current negotiations involve Bradley Barcola and Yankuba Minteh, with a slight possibility of Ibrahim Mbaye also joining the squad.

Richard Hughes finds himself at a crucial stage in discussions regarding Barcola, as negotiations with Paris Saint-Germain are finely balanced.

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PSG, the French champions, are demanding a record fee for the 23-year-old Barcola, who has a preference for playing on the left flank yet is versatile enough to operate from the right. Meanwhile, Minteh, aged 22, is primarily a right-sided player and is currently sidelined due to injury.

Despite this, Liverpool remains eager to finalize a deal for the £70 million-rated Gambian, who reportedly has already reached an agreement on terms with the club.

As for Mbaye, Liverpool has expressed hesitance due to PSG’s asking price, although the player appears interested in a move to Anfield.

With these transfers under consideration, the situation could impact current squad members. Cody Gakpo is likely to face transfer talks, with both Manchester City and Tottenham showing interest as Liverpool prepares to boost their roster with Barcola.

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Concerns are also rising regarding the future of Federico Chiesa remaining with Liverpool long-term, given that the 28-year-old was omitted from the squad for the Sunday match against Newcastle in the Premier League, signaling a likely return to Serie A.

Recent reports from AS Roma Live indicate that Atalanta, Inter, and Roma are all interested in the Italian player, with Inter’s interest in Chiesa becoming apparent in recent discussions.

Chiesa is Roma’s Backup Option

However, Roma reportedly lists Chiesa as a secondary target, should they not secure primary options like Malick Fofana from Lyon or Jamie Gittens from Chelsea.

The report suggests, “Tony D’Amico is well aware of the situation and may consider a loan move with a reduced salary if their top targets don’t materialize.”

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“Recent updates indicate an increase in interest for the Italian winger from Atalanta, Inter, and Roma,” the report further comments.

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Chiesa to Roma if Gittens Deal Falls Through

Chiesa’s future at Liverpool now appears contingent on the actions of Chelsea and Xabi Alonso. If Chelsea opts to retain Gittens or if Roma does not meet their monetary expectations, then a transfer for Chiesa could be on the horizon.

Liverpool stands to reduce their salary commitments as Roma is willing to pay part of Chiesa’s £150,000 weekly wage. Whether this loan arrangement could evolve into a permanent transfer in the next summer window remains uncertain.

Liverpool are chasing wingers. Of that there is little doubt.

Deals are currently live for Bradley Barcola and Yankuba Minteh – while there is an outside chance of Ibrahim Mbaye also arriving.

Richard Hughes is at a critical juncture in the Barcola deal with negotiations now delicately poised with Paris Saint-Germain.

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The French champions are seeking a record deal for the 23-year-old – who prefers to play on the left but who can also feature from the right. Minteh, 22, is a naturally right-sided option with the left-footer currently out injured.

Nonetheless the 2024/25 Premier League champions want a deal for the £70m-rated Gambian – who has already agreed terms with the Reds per reports.

As for Mbaye Liverpool are reportedly put off by PSG’s valuation but the player is thought to be keen on Anfield.

All of this movement is bound to have an effect on players already on the books. Cody Gakpo could move – either to Manchester City or Tottenham – in order to finance a push for Barcola.

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And the prospects of Federico Chiesa remaining on Merseyside long term no longer seem promising. The 28-year-old was left out of the squad to face Newcastle in the Premier League on Sunday and looks set for a move back to Serie A.

The Italian according to AS Roma Live is wanted by Atalanta, Inter and Roma with details of Inter’s movement around Chiesa published elsewhere last week.

Chiesa is Roma’s backup option

Roma however only have got Chiesa on the list as a backup option – in case they fail to attract Malick Fofana from Lyon or Jamie Gittens from Chelsea.

“The Reds’ search for two more wingers, however, has reopened the Federico Chiesa dossier,” the report reads.

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“According to information in the possession of Asromalive.it, the Italian winger has recently been reported again to the attention of Atalanta, Inter, and Roma.

“Tony D’Amico has memorized the situation and might consider a loan move with a reduced salary only if the primary targets— Gittens and Fofana, whom we discussed in the past few hours— fail.”

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Chiesa to Roma if Gittens deal falls through

That means Chiesa’s Liverpool fate may now well rest on Chelsea and Xabi Alonso. Should the Blues decide to keep hold of Gittens – or should Roma fail to match their demands – then there is every chance of a move being made for Chiesa.

Liverpool would lose part of his salary obligations – with Roma seeking to pay only part of his £150k per week. And it remains to be seen whether a loan move further develops into a permanent deal in next summer’s market.