Liverpool and Atletico Madrid competing for 19-year-old Spanish midfielder

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Liverpool and Atletico Madrid are interested in signing Barcelona midfielder Marc Bernal after the Catalonians decided they are willing to sell him. Bernal is not the only player who has been reported to be on the Reds’ radar, with reports this week stating that Liverpool are keen on signing Alejandro Balde, with Barca willing to let him leave on loan in January.

According to Spanish journalist Juan Jesus, Liverpool are weighing up whether or not to make a move for Bernal, with Atletico Madrid also interested. Jesus reports: “Marc Bernal is attracting attention from several clubs: Liverpool and Atletico de Madrid are following him closely, with Simeone and Iraola as absolute admirers of his profile.

Con la presencia de intocables… https://t.co/eAh3SEDcDO — Juan jesus (@Juanjesuscsap) October 2, 2026 Liverpool are one of the best destinations for young players, given how they prioritise creating a pathway to the first team. His progression from the Academy to the first team will no doubt be used by the Liverpool recruitment staff to demonstrate to young players how they will be looked after at the club.