Liverpool transfer news LIVE: Bradley Barcola move, Yan Diomande links, Nico Williams 'contact'

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Today07:48 BSTNico Williams links re-emergeLiverpool has again been linked with Spain star Nico Williams but would face competition from Arsenal.The two clubs face a fight for their top transfer targets with Bradley Barcola also on the radar of both clubs.Reports suggest Williams is on Arsenal's radar with 'contact' made to try and lure him away from Athletic Club.20th Jul22:05 BSTFerran Torres updateWhile Liverpool has been linked with a deal for Ferran Torres, there could be a few twists to come in the future of Spain's World Cup hero.Sport reports that Barcelona is keen on keeping the versatile forward, who is now into the final year of his contract, as he continues to be linked with the Reds and PSG.Ferran Torres has been linked with a transfer to Liverpool(Image: (Photo by Eric Verhoeven/Soccrates/Getty Images))20th Jul21:36 BSTBradley Barcola latestDavid Ornstein has given an update on Bradley Barcola's situation in a discussion on The Athletic FC podcast, claiming that a move could be costly for Liverpool this summer.He stated: ""Bradley Barcola has been mentioned, but we don’t know of active movements from Arsenal on Barcola at this moment in time. PSG’s standpoint is that they do not want to sell him, they would like to keep him, they'd like to renew him.“Even if they are to sell him, the price in their mind would be higher - considerably, I think - than, say, Elliot Anderson’s move from Nottingham Forest to Manchester City (around $155 million) because this is a player who has won Champions Leagues, competed at the highest level for club and country, scores goals, assists goals, you have got to pay the market rate.“He does have two years to go on his contract, he doesn’t appear to be signing, he appears to be open to moving."Liverpool has been quoted a huge transfer fee to sign Bradley Barcola this summer(Image: (Photo by Peter Joneleit/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images))20th Jul21:02 BSTLiverpool exitLiverpool is set for yet more changes, as the academy recruitment team will be on the lookout for a new head of operations.According to journalist Pete O'Rourke, the Reds will lose Chris Dowling, who has the role of head of academy recruitment, as he looks set to leave the club.

(Photo by Rich Graessle/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)(Image: Getty Images)20th Jul20:02 BSTManu Kone talksManchester United has opened talks over a deal to sign Manu Kone this summer, according to French outlet L'Equipe.Liverpool has been linked with a switch for the midfielder, but could miss out as it's claimed that the Red Devils are leading the way for the France international.Manu Kone impressed for France at the World Cup(Image: Stefan Koops/EYE4IMAGES/NurPhoto via Getty Images)20th Jul19:14 BSTJurgen Klopp delayEx-Liverpool head coach Jurgen Klopp was one of the lucky few who were in attendance for the FIFA World Cup in New Jersey on Sunday, but his arrival at the MetLife Stadium was impacted by President of the United States of America, Donald Trump.The former Reds boss was among those left waiting for hours to get into the MetLife Stadium, an agonizing delay to start the World Cup final.Read more on Jurgen Klopp delay here.Jurgen Klopp was among those impacted by Donald Trump's arrival at the FIFA World Cup final(Image: (Photo by GSI/Icon Sport via Getty Images))20th Jul18:40 BSTFerran Torres interestLiverpool has shown an interest in Barcelona's Ferran Torres, according to journalist Loïc Tanzi.The Spanish forward, who recently scored the World Cup-winning goal for his nation, is into the final year of his contract and could be available this summer.Ferran Torres celebrates with teammate Marcus Rashford(Image: David Ramos/Getty Images)20th Jul18:05 BSTKevin Keegan tributesTributes have been pouring in for Kevin Keegan, after the former Liverpool star's passing was announced earlier today at the age of 75.Jamie Carragher, Liverpool, and England have been among those to lead the tributes.Read more on Kevin Keegan tributes.Kevin Keegan for Liverpool against QPR in 1977(Image: Mirrorpix)20th Jul17:13 BSTInjury updateLiverpool youngster Jayden Danns has been left out of the pre-season tour squad for this month, following a hamstring injury.The striker was viewed as an option who could impress Andoni Iraola, but James Pearce reports that the academy ace will stay in Merseyside to continue his recovery.Jayden Danns has spent most of the season out with a hamstring injury(Image: Getty Images)20th Jul16:36 BSTLiverpool join midfielder raceLiverpool has joined the race to sign AS Roma midfielder Manu Kone this summer, as Football Insider claims that the Reds will be willing to battle Premier League rival Manchester United to his signature.It's stated that the Merseyside outfit has sent scouts to the World Cup to keep tabs on the Frenchman with his performances over the tournament.Manu Kone is reportedly in demand this summer(Image: Stefan Koops/EYE4IMAGES/NurPhoto via Getty Images)20th Jul15:56 BSTKevin Keegan statementFormer Liverpool player Kevin Keegan has died at the age of 75, with the ex-England player and manager passing away following a battle with cancer.Keegan's family released a statement after the news, which reads: "It is with immense sadness that we announce that Kevin Keegan has passed away at the age of 75.“Kevin had been battling cancer and was surrounded by his wife and daughters in his final moments. The 22-year-old Scottish defender has had a troubling time with injuries, but is fit again.Given the lack of right-back options available at the moment, there is a gap to be filled, and the former Aberdeen man, who has spent time on loan at Preston, Bolton, Wigan and Kilmarnock, might be able to step up.Calvin Ramsay in action for Liverpool's U21s.(Image: Nick Taylor/Liverpool FC via Getty Images)20th Jul12:00 BSTDoes Liverpool need a midfielder?Former Liverpool striker Emile Heskey wants to see Andoni Iraola's men target a new midfielder this summer."I think Liverpool could do with a midfielder, to be honest with you," Heskey told 10bet."I think Alexis Mac Allister is fantastic, but they need someone who can rival him or even take his place — maybe Adam Wharton at Crystal Palace.

Given the lack of right-back depth at Anfield, there is an argument, I think, for the Reds looking at Williams too.He can play on both sides of the defense, making him useful for left-back cover too.Neco Williams of Nottingham Forest (right) is challenged by Dominik Szoboszlai of Liverpool(Image: Photo by Michael Regan/Getty Images)20th Jul11:00 BSTLiverpool pre-season tour Liverpool will head to the US this week to continue its pre-season preparations under Andoni Iraola.According to The Athletic, Conor Bradley, Hugo Ekitike and Giovanni Leoni will all be part of the traveling group as they continue to recover from long-term injuries.Meanwhile, Florian Wirtz, Ryan Gravenberch and Alexander Isak will join their teammates next weekend.Liverpool sporting director Richard Hughes and head coach Andoni Iraola(Image: Nick Taylor/Liverpool FC via Getty Images)20th Jul10:29 BSTRhys Williams move "Former Liverpool man Rhys Williams played for League 2 Burton this weekend after spending time with New York Bulls earlier in the summer," Lewis Bower writes on X.Williams, now 25, is looking for the next step in his career. (Photo by Harry Langer/DeFodi Images/DeFodi via Getty Images)(Image: Getty Images)20th Jul07:22 BSTSpain wins World Cup finalNew Liverpool forward Victor Munoz didn't play a minute at the tournament, but he was on the winning side in the World Cup final as Spain beat Argentina yesterday.He will head on holiday now before linking up with his new teammates on Merseyside.