Liverpool boosted by Bradley Barcola transfer update as Arsenal claim shut down

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Liverpool FC NewsTransfer NewsLiverpool FCLiverpool and Arsenal look set to battle it out for the signing of Bradley Barcola in the summer transfer window, with both clubs eyeing a deal for the PSG wingerBradley Barcola has been linked with a transfer to Liverpool and Arsenal this summer(Image: (Photo by Ulrik Pedersen/NurPhoto via Getty Images))Liverpool has been boosted in their pursuit of Bradley Barcola, as the PSG winger's future still appears to be open ahead of a transfer battle with Premier League rivals Arsenal.It comes as both clubs are keen to land the 23-year-old, who has entered the final two years of his contract at the Parc des Princes, building up uncertainty over his future. The possible signing of Yan Diomande for PSG only adds to the likelihood of a Barcola exit, while it means Liverpool has switched focus towards the France international.Given the quality of the winger and the potential he has to progress further, the Reds are understandably joined by rivals for his signature, with Arsenal the most heavily-linked team as of now.Recent claims suggested that Barcola prefers a switch to North London to join the current Premier League champions, but fortunately for Andoni Iraola, that may not be the case.Fabrizio Romano gave an update on the PSG star's situation, and revealed that his future is still open, boosting Liverpool's chances while shutting down that claim about Arsenal.Speaking on his YouTube channel, he said: "I keep telling you to keep an eye on Bradley Barcola.

Many people are asking me whether he prefers one club more than another. At this stage, I can guarantee that Barcola is keeping everything open.“First point, while he’s at the World Cup with France, nothing will happen.

Second point, Paris Saint-Germain want big money.Bradley Barcola has been linked with a move to Liverpool(Image: Getty Images)"Third point: he’s not ‘not for sale,’ he’s not considered a player who’s untouchable at PSG. He’s an important player for the team, but not untouchable.“PSG would be happy to continue with him, but if a big proposal arrives to the player and to Paris Saint-Germain, we still have to keep an eye on him.”It means Liverpool remains firmly in the race, as the club continues to ponder options who can make a real difference to the forward line in the coming season and beyond.Victor Munoz has been the first addition in that area, with the Spaniard likely to play a role as a promising option within the roster, without the pressure to deliver on a regular basis for the Reds.That's where the next signing will have to fill the shoes of Mohamed Salah and offer the quality to decide games on their own, with Barcola proving he is capable of doing that in his career so far.Other options continue to be assessed, with Antonio Nusa viewed as a transfer target, while some fresh faces could be linked in the coming weeks.Choose Liverpool.com as a 'Preferred Source' on Google News for quick access to the news you value.Liverpool FCArsenal FC