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Today11:46 BSTBarcola rejects PSG contract talksBradley Barcola has given Liverpool a major lift after snubbing contract talks with PSG.The France winger is in the final two years of his contract at the Parc des Princes but seemingly will not pen a new deal this summer.L'Equipe reported Barcola has turned down the chance to extend his terms, which will give Liverpool fresh hope of bagging his signature.The 23-year-old has been linked with a move to Anfield as a Yan Diomande alternative and would be expected to cost north of £85million.(Image: FIFA via Getty Images)Today11:15 BSTLiverpool open to loaning £29m manReports are escalating concerning Giorgi Mamardashvili's future at Anfield and the club's plans for him.It's emerged the Georgian could be made available for loan after the Reds received some assurance over Alisson Becker's situation.Alisson was the subject of interest from Juventus earlier this summer before that move was ruled out following the Italian club's failure to interest Liverpool with a low-ball offer.Mamardashvili could be bound for Serie A himself, however, with several clubs in Italy's top flight said to be interested in the former Valencia stopper.The case for a Mamardashvili loan has been strengthened after Freddie Woodman recently signed a new contract at Anfield, while Vitezslav Jaros could be deemed ready for the role of deputy after returning from last term's loan at Ajax.Mamardashvili's game time has been limited(Image: DeFodi Images, DeFodi Images via Getty Images)Today10:49 BSTReds' next pre-season testWith positives and negatives to take from Saturday's win over Sunderland, Liverpool only have a couple of days before their next pre-season task.The Reds take on Wrexham at Yankee Stadium on Wednesday evening, with kick-off set for 12.30am UK time (Thursday morning).Federico Chiesa will look to keep proving his value to new boss Andoni Iraola, as will Lewis Koumas and Kieran Morrison following their goals against the Black Cats.Joe Gomez won't be involved following his unfortunate injury this weekend, however, giving Iraola a headache in defence considering new signing Jeremy Jacquet is also set to sit this one out.Liverpool head coach Andoni Iraola during a press conference.(Image: Nikki Dyer/Liverpool FC via Getty Images)Today10:22 BSTMourinho wards suitors off ViniciusJose Mourinho has reportedly told clubs to forget about signing Vinicius Jr this summer.Despite reports linking Real Madrid's golden boy with the exit after entering the final year of his contract, 'The Special One' wants all his major players to remain at the Bernabeu beyond the summer window.In any case, Vinicius doesn't appear to fit with Liverpool's needs despite allegedly being offered to the Reds (see earlier posts).However, a move looks all the less likely after The Telegraph's report suggesting Mourinho has closed ranks in a bid to keep Vinicius.Los Blancos are seemingly confident of striking a new agreement with their winger between now and the end of next season to keep him in Madrid.Jose Mourinho's potential return to Real Madrid could reignite his rivalry with Arne Slot in the Champions League(Image: (Photo by Joao Rico/Icon Sport via Getty Images))Today09:45 BSTChiesa gives Iraola food for thoughtOne positive development to come out of Saturday's friendly win in Nashville was Federico Chiesa's goalscoring display.The Italian grabbed Liverpool's third goal of the game against Sunderland with a delightful dink coming through the middle to put the Reds ahead.That should give Andoni Iraola a sense of the Italian's use and how he may yet fit into the team's plans.Chiesa, 28, also played a key role in setting up Lewis Koumas for his second-half finish.All in all, it was an encouraging performance from one of the names being linked with the exit this summer but could yet play his way into a third term as Iraola looks to assess who holds value in his system.Federico Chiesa during a Liverpool game(Image: Getty Images Europe)Today09:22 BSTLiverpool's 'ideal defensive solution'In light of Joe Gomez's latest injury setback, Liverpool may have already been offered the ideal solution in defence.It was reported earlier this week the Reds have a chance on the table to sign Ilia Zabarnyi from PSG.The Ukrainian moved to the Parc des Princes as part of a £57million deal last summer but he wasn't quite prominent to suggest he's a crown jewel in Luis Enrique's reckoning.The ECHO's Ian Doyle wrote about Zabarnyi as a potential fix amid the defensive reshuffle. That judgement is all the more relevant in light of Gomez's return to the treatment table.Zabarnyi previously worked under Iraola for two years at Bournemouth, not to mention he can fill in at right-back if needed.Read the full story here.(Image: AFP via Getty Images)Today09:12 BSTIraola plans affected by 'worst news'While Andoni Iraola will have been pleased with Saturday's 4-2 win over Sunderland, Liverpool's mood was dampened by Joe Gomez's muscular injury just eight minutes into the fray.The defender came off early on in Nashville, with his boss describing the setback as "the worst news" to come out of the result."Probably the worst news has been straight away the injury of Joe," said the Spaniard after the game in Tennessee."We were happy because we were going through training without losing any players and unluckily for us we've lost Joe straight away."Gomez, who is now in the final year of his contract at Anfield, looks set to play an important role providing cover in central defence and right-back this season.And despite the addition of £60million Jeremy Jacquet, Gomez's early summer setback could convince Iraola and the Reds board to get a little more serious about reinforcing those positions.Read the full story here.Joe Gomez goes down injured during the pre-season friendly match between Liverpool FC and Sunderland at GEODIS Park on July 25, 2026 in Nashville, Tennessee(Image: Ian Horrocks/Sunderland AFC via Getty Image)Today09:07 BSTEddie Howe gives Guimaraes updateNewcastle boss Eddie Howe has had "some really good conversations" with Bruno Guimaraes as talk of a potential summer exit builds.Arsenal are the most strongly linked suitor among the Premier League's big guns but Liverpool are reportedly in the running for his signature, too.Guimaraes, 28, reportedly wants to elevate his title prospects and could be available for any club willing to spend £80million this summer.Howe was anything but concrete in his comments about the Magpies captain's situation following a 1-1 friendly draw against Gateshead on Saturday but did offer an update."We've had some really good conversations, before the World Cup, during the World Cup and after the World Cup," he told Sky Sports following the result."What we speak about obviously has to remain private but just a great player, a great person."(Image: Getty Images)Today09:02 BSTPedro Neto race heats upChelsea's Pedro Neto allegedly has a new admirer in Manchester City.The Daily Mail has reported City are ready to challenge for the signature of Neto, who has been linked with a move to Anfield this summer.Liverpool have been touted to make their own move for the Portugal international as they look to reinforce their wings.It's suggested Chelsea aren't closed off to the idea of a sale but would very happily keep hold of the player as Xabi Alonso prepares for his first season at Stamford Bridge.That being said, City's entry into the transfer race may alter Liverpool's position if they feel he's a more realistic signing than others being linked.Chelsea winger Pedro Neto.(Image: Justin Setterfield - FIFA via Getty Images)Today08:56 BSTLiverpool 'rejected' Vinicius offer as Saudi clubs circleIn addition to the news that Vinicius Jr is on the market, the Reds have reportedly already turned down the chance to sign the South American.It emerged on Saturday that Vinicius' agent had included Liverpool on the list of clubs alerted to his availability.However, the Reds' focus remains firmly on strengthening their other flank and Vinicius would be too expensive to commit more resources on his favoured left side.Arsenal could be more fortunate as they are on the hunt for another left-sided star despite signing Christos Tzolis from Club Brugge already this month.Meanwhile, Saudi side Al-Ahli are touted as an alternative destination should Vini Jr fail to agree fresh terms in Madrid.(Image: Getty Images)Today08:47 BSTBayern's Michael Olise updateOn the topic of Liverpool's search for a right-sided successor, Bayern have issued a hand-off warning to anyone eyeing a move for Michael Olise.The former Crystal Palace star reminded the world of his quality with a string of star turns at World Cup 2026.Given his experience in the Premier League, the London-born winger would be up there with the dream recruits for the Reds this summer.However, Die Roten, who bought the player two summers ago in a £50million deal, have said there's no deal to be done for their man this summer.When asked about the prospect of Olise heading to Real Madrid amid speculation linking the two, Bayern director Christoph Freund said this week: “Olise-Real Madrid?

That's not a topic for us at all. He will play an important role for FC Bayern this season again.”Michael Olise celebrates scoring a goal for Bayern Munich(Image: Alexander Hassenstein/Getty Images)Today08:42 BSTVinicius offered to RedsVinicius Jr has emerged as a potential addition at Anfield after reportedly being offered to Liverpool.The Brazilian's future at the Santiago Bernabeu is up for debate suddenly after entering the final year of his contract.Vinicius, 26, has been offered fresh terms to remain in Madrid, reportedly valued at £17million per year, which works out at a little more than £320,000 a week.

However, it's alleged he's holding out for more.Arsenal are seriously interested in the left-sided star and could mount a challenge for his signature.Liverpool have already added Victor Munoz as a left-sided option this summer and need someone to fill Salah's void on the right, though that's unlikely to be Vinicius.Vinicius Junior file photo(Image: PA Wire)Today08:42 BSTReal register Diomande bidIt should be of slight concern to those at Liverpool that Real Madrid are now in the race for Yan Diomande.Not only that but The Athletic has reported Los Blancos are locked in talks with RB Leipzig in their attempts to secure a deal.PSG are still interested in the player, with the feeling mutual given the Parc des Princes is Diomande's preferred destination.Given the fact he's already played in Spain with Leganes and it already feels like Liverpool are at an even more significant disadvantage in the hunt for one of their top targets.It now looks as though Liverpool's best chance of signing the 19-year-old would be to blow their competition out of the water entirely with an offer closer to Leipzig's £116million valuation, though that isn't their preference either.(Image: Getty Images)