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Liverpool are pursuing Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) forward Bradley Barcola as they look to bolster their attacking options following Luis Díaz's departure to Bayern Munich and Darwin Núñez's probable exit to the Saudi Pro League. The 22-year-old Barcola, who joined PSG from Lyon in 2023, has attracted significant interest from Liverpool, who have long admired the France international known for his versatility, including playing as a false nine under PSG coach Luis Enrique.

Despite Liverpool's approaches this summer, PSG has made it clear they are not interested in selling Barcola, rejecting at least two bids, including one recently. Barcola himself reportedly wants to stay at PSG and is in discussions to sign a new contract, indicating no desire to leave the club. He has been an important player for PSG, scoring 26 goals and assisting 30 times across all competitions, making him one of Europe's most talented young forwards. However, he faces competition from Ballon d'Or favourite Ousmane Dembélé and PSG's breakout star Désiré Doué for starting places.

While Liverpool continue to monitor Barcola, some reports suggest the club may not prioritize signing him due to the emergence of their 16-year-old sensation Rio Ngumoha and existing attacking players like Cody Gakpo, Florian Wirtz, and Hugo Ekitiké. The club is also pursuing Newcastle United's Alexander Isak as a potential key forward signing. Nonetheless, Liverpool remain one of the Premier League's biggest spenders this summer, committed to strengthening the squad further amid a busy transfer window.

PSG's rejection of Liverpool's offers and Barcola's reported wish to remain highlight the challenges the Premier League champions face in securing his signature. The situation underlines Liverpool's ongoing quest to rebuild their attacking prowess post-Díaz and Núñez departures while respecting PSG’s firm stance and Barcola’s loyalty to the French club.

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