Liverpool transfer news LIVE: Dominik Szoboszlai contract, Yan Diomande hijack, Barcola 'ready'

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Liverpool FC NewsTransfer NewsLiverpool FCLIVEUpdated 13 mins agoLiverpool news and transfers live as the Reds have reportedly been handed a boost regarding Bradley Barcola, while a new bid is said to have arrived from Inter Milan for Curtis Jones(Image: Steph Chambers - FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images)The World Cup is reaching its climax, and Andoni Iraola will be looking forward to getting his full Liverpool squad together soon.England's defeat to Argentina on Wednesday leaves the latter to fight it out against Spain this weekend to be crowned world champions, with Alexis Mac Allister going head-to-head against new teammate Victor Munoz.The end of the World Cup may also open the door for Liverpool to get more new signings in. Anfield Watch’s Bence Bocsak - a fellow Hungarian who is well connected with the 25-year-old - cites Liverpool fan page Pool Baratok, which claims that the contract will be signed on Thursday.And The Athletic has also revealed that an agreement is in place for a new long-term deal, with Liverpool retaining the services of Szoboszlai, who has two years left on his current contract.Dominik Szoboszlai is set to sign a new contract at Liverpool(Image: Getty Images)Today12:16 BSTPSG 'realistic' on BarcolaDavid Ornstein has told The Atheltic FC podcast that PSG is “realistic” about Bradley Barcola’s situation, and although it would like to keep him, recognizes that he has two years remaining on his contract and is not a regular starter, suggesting that the player would be open to a move.Barcola is said to be high in Liverpool’s thinking, having been identified as one of four alternative options to Yan Diomande.

Arsenal has also been linked, although the Gunners are also thought to be looking at Morgan Rogers, with the Aston Villa star reported to be their priority.(Image: Getty Images)Today11:39 BSTStefan Bajcetic exit toutedSeveral Spanish clubs are interested in Stefan Bajcetic should Liverpool consider letting the midfielder leave this summer, according to The Athletic.Bajcetic has endured an injury nightmare since his breakthrough with the Reds a few years ago, and he has just one year remaining on his contract at Anfield.Stefan Bajcetic of Liverpool during a training session at AXA Training Centre on July 07, 2026 in Kirkby, England(Image: Nikki Dyer/Liverpool FC via Getty Images)Today11:02 BSTManu Kone advantageLiverpool could find itself in a battle with Manchester United for a new midfielder, with reports suggesting the two rivals are both after Manu Kone.Italian outlet Corriere dello Sport claims that Liverpool is interested in Roma midfielder Kone, who has starred for France at the World Cup. The Reds may hold the upper hand, given their rivals have just signed Andrey Santos and Youri Tielemans.READ THE FULL STORY HERE.Liverpool has been linked with a move for Manu Kone(Image: Getty Images)Today10:28 BSTJacquet's shirt number confirmedLiverpool has confirmed Jeremy Jacquet will wear the number five shirt for the club ahead of the new season.He takes on the number previously held by fellow Frenchman Ibrahima Konate, who left the club earlier this summer following the expiration of his contract before signing for Real Madrid.The number was also previously held by the likes of Georginio Wijnaldum, Daniel Agger and Milan Baros.Liverpool has confirmed Jeremy Jacquet's shirt number for the new season(Image: Getty Images)Today09:38 BSTWirtz told to leave LiverpoolFlorian Wirtz has been told he should leave Liverpool this summer by one of the Reds’ former players and reunite with Xabi Alonso at Chelsea.Speaking to Reviant, former Liverpool striker Fernando Morientes said:Would Florian Wirtz consider a reunion with Xabi Alonso at Chelsea?

Nevertheless, Liverpool, City and PSG maintain their confidence in overcoming United's challenge for Diomande and regard themselves as equally strong contenders.(Image: Maja Hitij/Getty Images)Today08:32 BSTNew Curtis Jones bid rejectedLiverpool has rejected a new bid for Curtis Jones from Inter Milan, according to Ben Jacobs.The Italian champions are said to have returned with a $37 million (€32M) offer, which has been immediately dismissed, given it still falls below the Reds' valuation of around $46 million.That comes after Inter's previous attempts to sign Jones were knocked back, with Liverpool said to have been left "irritated" by the Serie A side's approaches.(Image: 2026 Liverpool FC)Today07:47 BSTBarcola 'ready' for LiverpoolSpeculation continues over Bradley Barcola, with Liverpool having reportedly received a boost in its pursuit.According to TEAMtalk, Liverpool has recently contacted PSG about Barcola's availability. Arsenal has also been linked with the Frenchman.Bradley Barcola continues to be linked with a move to Liverpool(Image: Getty Images)Today07:44 BSTWelcomeHello Liverpool fans, and welcome to our live updates as we bring you all the latest transfer news and rumors during the summer window.Well, the World Cup is almost over, and that will hopefully mean the door will be open for the Reds to make some more signings, with the new season just over a month away now...