Liverpool's French winger hunt stalls as Barcola takes priority

Liverpool under Andoni Iraola are still seeking depth and quality on the right flank, a need that has driven a search for a French forward. Reports confirm the club has not completed any move despite circulating speculation, leaving a clear gap in their wide‑area options.

According to the Liverpool Echo, the Reds made contact with Maghnes Akliouche earlier in the transfer window as part of their assessment of right‑sided options. That contact confirms the interest was genuine, but nothing has progressed since that initial enquiry.

“Liverpool indeed enquired about the France winger earlier in the summer when they were assessing the market for a new right‑winger,” the Echo quoted, adding, “However, nothing new has happened since then.” The statement underscores that the file was opened but then left untouched.

The latest update suggests Maghnes Akliouche is firmly in the background for now, while Bradley Barcola remains the one to watch. Bradley Barcola becomes the priority in Liverpool's Transfer News, pushing Akliouche further down the list.

Paris Saint‑Germain’s own plans could reshape the market. If PSG push ahead for Akliouche, squad space and minutes become a more serious issue for Barcola, a scenario that would sharpen Liverpool’s opportunity to act on the French winger.

Liverpool have already shown they are prepared to wait when they believe a bigger target may become available. The club may simply keep its powder dry for Barcola, and if Barcola can be nudged closer to an exit, that is likely the route they will try.

From a fan’s perspective, the logic of waiting for Barcola is clear, but execution remains the concern. Supporters worry that lingering on one option could see the window close, and they are urging the Reds to make a decisive move rather than continue circling.