It's one of the big deals of this closing transfer window. Liverpool and Paris Saint-Germain have reached an agreement in principle for Bradley Barcola. The deal is expected to reach £120 million, including just over £100 million guaranteed plus bonuses that could push the total fee up to that figure. The French player is also said to have agreed personal terms with the Reds.
A profile tailor-made for the Premier League
At 23, Barcola has qualities that should translate perfectly to England: pace, directness, the ability to beat opponents and attack space. His arrival would give Liverpool an extra weapon on the left flank, where he would notably compete with Cody Gakpo.
Preparing for life after Salah
The choice of Barcola above all illustrates the Reds' desire to significantly rejuvenate their attacking department ahead of Mohamed Salah's eventual departure. Liverpool are not necessarily looking for a single successor to the Egyptian, but instead appear to want to spread that responsibility across several players.
- Victor Muñoz
- Rio Ngumoha
- Ibrahim Mbaye, PSG's young right winger who is also a target for Liverpool
These three players could therefore take part in this offensive rebuild.
Repercussions in both Paris and Liverpool
This arrival could also speed up thinking around Gakpo, who is being tracked by several English clubs. In Paris, Barcola's departure would free up a spot in a highly competitive attacking line-up, while also giving PSG a significant financial boost.
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