Bradley Barcola '£100m deal in Liverpool's sights' as Reds look to reach PSG compromise
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SportFootballLiverpool FC transfer newsParis Saint-Germain star Bradley Barcola is a key target for Liverpool, and the two clubs are poised to hold talks over a potential transferLiverpool are reportedly looking to agree a £100million fee for Bradley Barcola as the Reds prepare to open talks with Paris Saint-Germain.The Reds have been heavily linked with a move for the France international throughout the summer transfer window, and that interest ramped up on Wednesday.As the ECHO have reported, Liverpool are set to begin negotiations with PSG as they look to bring the 23-year-old to Anfield.Barcola has been identified by Liverpool as a key target to strengthen their squad this summer as they continue their preparations for the start of the new Premier League season.Liverpool have already held preliminary talks with Barcola’s representatives and have been given encouragement that the former Lyon star is keen to complete a move to Anfield.The Times have also provided an update on Liverpool’s quest to sign Barcola this summer, with suggestions that the Reds already have a price tag in mind.It has been reported that Liverpool are looking to strike a deal worth around £100million for Barcola, and are 'unlikely' to spend more than the £125million it cost to bring Alexander Isak to the club 12 months ago from Newcastle United.It has been suggested that PSG value Barcola at around £140million this summer, but Liverpool will look to strike a deal with a lower fee.Barcola helped France reach the semi-final of the World Cup, with the winger scoring three goals across eight appearances in the tournament for Les Bleus.FOLLOW OUR LIVERPOOL FC FACEBOOK PAGE! All the latest news and analysis from Anfield on the Liverpool Echo's dedicated LFC Facebook pageThe winger still has two years remaining on his contract at PSG, but he does not seem willing to sign an extension, despite the reigning Champions League winners being keen to agree fresh terms.As a result, a departure from the French capital appears to be gathering momentum after the latest updates, but it remains to be seen if Liverpool can agree a deal with PSG for the versatile forward.Liverpool have had a relatively quiet summer transfer window so far, with just two new additions to the squad that Andoni Iraola has inherited from former head coach Arne Slot.Jeremy Jacquet arrived on a permanent deal from Rennes after a £60million deal was agreed back in February, while Liverpool have also signed Victor Munoz from Osasuna after agreeing to pay the £34.5million release clause in his contract with the La Liga club.Get Liverpool's new 2026/27 away kitThis article contains affiliate links, we will receive a commission on any sales we generate from it.
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