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Liverpool's final sprint for Barcola as window closes
Liverpool are in advanced talks to sign Paris Saint‑Germain winger Bradley Barcola, with only days left before the summer transfer window shuts, and the Reds’ recent 2‑2 draw with Newcastle United at St James’ Park on Sunday highlighted the need for more firepower.
ImagesAndoni Iraola still wants to add two wingers to his Liverpool squad. The story is illustrated by an image credited to Robbie Jay Barratt - AMA, Getty Images. View 3 Images. Iraola has just days to transform Liverpool’s attack before the window slams shut, and his era on the pitch officially began last Sunday when the Reds drew 2‑2 with Newcastle United at St James’ Park. All three of Liverpool’s new signings featured in the clash – Jeremy Jacquet started, while Ronald Araujo and Victor Munoz came on in the second half.
Barcola remains Liverpool's top target
Bradley Barcola, the 23‑year‑old French left‑winger, has been in deep negotiations with Paris Saint‑Germain for several weeks and is Liverpool’s primary target this month. Former striker Louis Saha, who backs the move, said: “Bradley Barcola would be a top‑level signing. He’s quick, he can provide assists and score goals, so it’s easy to see why Arsenal and Liverpool are taking a look at him.” Saha added that Barcola can play on either flank, noting the versatility of Liverpool’s own Sadio Mane and Mohamed Salah.
Liverpool eye record‑breaking Barcola deal as winger gap widens
Ismaila Sarr, the 28‑year‑old Crystal Palace winger, has also entered Liverpool’s radar after the club’s initial approach was turned down, three‑man shortlist in the summer of 2020 during his time at Watford, and Liverpool’s short‑lived pursuit of Brighton’s Yankuba Minteh appears to have ended.
The forward line’s lack of depth was evident in the recent draw, and Barcola’s potential arrival would bolster Liverpool’s attack as the window closes. LIVERPOOL hopes the deal materialises within the remaining days, a move noted on 27 Aug 2026, which would also give the Frenchman his first club experience outside France.