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SportFootballLiverpool FCLiverpool news as the chase for Bradley Barcola's signature continuesLiverpool's transfer window has been somewhat subdued compared to what many supporters had anticipated. The former is edging closer to making his Reds bow after recovering from a shoulder injury, while Spain World Cup winner Munoz is nearing the end of his post-tournament rest period.It is the pursuit of Barcola that continues to dominate the headlines, with developments elsewhere in the transfer market bolstering Liverpool's negotiating position.
Here is a summary of the very latest transfer news...Barcola replacements foundPSG are closing in on two wide players in a clear indication they are bracing themselves for life without Barcola. Liverpool have no desire to meet PSG's £145m asking price, but discussions are ongoing and the imminent arrivals of Godts and Akliouche at PSG should bolster their negotiating position.The French champions still stand to generate a substantial profit on a player who joined from Lyon for less than £40m three years ago.New Jones offerInter Milan are prepared to increase their bid for midfielder Curtis Jones.
The Serie A champions have already secured John Stones' signature this summer and are eager to add another England international, having previously seen an opening offer of around £21m turned down.As reported by the ECHO, Inter are readying a £30m bid, although that remains below the Reds' £35m asking price for the 25-year-old, who has 12 months remaining on his contract.Intermediaries acting on behalf of Inter have now made fresh contact with Liverpool and have communicated the club's readiness to improve their offer. Jones has made 228 appearances since making his debut in January 2019 but has found consistent first-team opportunities hard to come by.Buy Blood Red, our monthly Liverpool FC print publication for just £3.50 by clicking hereThousands of Liverpool fans upgraded their matchday last season.
