Liverpool news as Bradley Barcola 'wants PSG exit' and Andoni Iraola has target
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Liverpool FC NewsTransfer NewsLiverpool FCLiverpool is in the market for a number of new signings this summer after appointing Andoni Iraola as its new head coach, with Bradley Barcola and Rayan among the players being linkedBradley Barcola continues to be linked with Liverpool(Image: Getty Images)After securing a new manager and a fresh center-back, Liverpool shows little sign of slowing its momentum.Andoni Iraola will welcome Jeremy Jacquet to the club this summer, but he will undoubtedly be seeking further additions following his appointment in the Anfield dugout in place of Arne Slot. Mohamed Salah, Andy Robertson, Ibrahima Konate, and Rhys Williams are all set to depart Anfield this summer, leaving notable gaps within the squad.Robertson will remain in the Premier League next season after his transfer to Tottenham was confirmed in early June.
So, who might Liverpool bring in now that Iraola has been officially confirmed as their new manager?We've examined some of the names currently being linked with a move to Anfield.Barcola 'wants exit'Paris Saint-Germain winger Bradley Barcola is keen to leave the Parc des Princes this summer, according to talkSPORT.Barcola is currently with France at the World Cup(Image: Getty Images)This will be encouraging news for both Liverpool and Arsenal, who have each been linked with the French international. Barcola has found his opportunities in high-profile matches restricted since Khvicha Kvaratskhelia's arrival in Paris in January 2025.He netted 13 goals across all competitions last season, yet found himself on the bench for PSG's Champions League quarterfinal, semifinal, and final victories.The 23-year-old will not come cheap, and prospective buyers may yet encounter stiff resistance from Luis Enrique's side.
A fee in the region of £60 million ($80 million) has been suggested for a player who holds a place in France's World Cup squad.Rayan on Reds' radarBrazilian international Rayan is the latest player to be linked with a summer switch to Anfield.The winger is no stranger to Iraola, having featured under the manager at Bournemouth during the second half of last season.According to RTI Esporte, the winger has a £130 million ($174 million) release clause at Bournemouth. Whether the Cherries would hold firm for that figure, however, remains to be seen.Rayan, 19, notched five goals and two assists in his first 15 Premier League outings — a return impressive enough to earn him a spot in Carlo Ancelotti's World Cup squad.He then marked his senior international career with his first goal as Brazil defeated Panama in a warm-up friendly.Choose Liverpool.com as a 'Preferred Source' on Google News for quick access to the news you value.Liverpool FCAFC BournemouthParis Saint-Germain FCTransfersAndoni Iraola