Liverpool exploring deal for PSG winger Bradley Barcola | OneFootball

Liverpool have added Bradley Barcola to their list of high-profile attacking targets as they continue to reshape their squad this summer.

According to L’Equipe, the Paris Saint-Germain winger has emerged as a serious option for the Premier League champions, who have already made headlines with bold moves in the transfer market.

While Alexander Isak remains a top priority, with the Reds submitting an offer between €120 million and €138 million, Newcastle United are unwilling to sell. That stance has forced Liverpool to keep their options open, and Barcola is now firmly on the radar.

The 22-year-old was a standout performer in PSG’s treble-winning 2024-25 campaign, scoring 22 goals and providing 19 assists in all competitions.

Despite facing competition from Ousmane Dembele and Desire Doue in the front line, Barcola established himself as one of the club’s most influential players.

Liverpool are not alone in tracking the French international, who has 14 senior caps, but their long-standing interest could give them an edge. The club have followed his progress since his days at Lyon and may hope their persistence pays off.

Barcola joined PSG from Lyon in a €50 million deal two years ago, and the Ligue 1 giants are reluctant to sell. Reports suggest it would take a bid of at least €100 million to tempt them, particularly from a club expected to challenge for the Champions League.

Despite spending heavily already this summer, Liverpool remain aggressive in the market. More than £260 million has gone into transfers including Florian Wirtz, Hugo Ekitike, Milos Kerkez and Jeremie Frimpong.

This has been partly offset by a wave of big-money outgoings. Caoimhin Kelleher, Trent Alexander-Arnold, Jarell Quansah, Luis Diaz and Tyler Morton have all departed, with Darwin Nunez also expected to leave. The combined total in player sales has neared £190 million.

Harvey Elliott could add another £50 million if ongoing talks with RB Leipzig reach a conclusion. While reinforcements are also being sought in defence, the club are clearly focused on adding more firepower up front.

Should their move for Isak fall through, Barcola appears to be one of the leading alternatives. Another name under consideration is Rodrygo, but with Real Madrid reluctant to sell, the path to Barcola may prove more straightforward.

Liverpool’s summer window is already historic, and further developments are expected in the coming days.