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Liverpool defender Jérémy Jacquet was spotted liking an Instagram post discussing the possibility of Paris Saint-Germain youngster Ibrahim Mbaye joining the Reds. ?? ?????? ????? – Jeremy Jacquet approves of Liverpool trying to sign both Mbaye and Barcola! pic.twitter.com/aGDPdjgUfY — LFC Transfer Room (@LFCTransferRoom) August 17, 2026 The reaction online was instant, with fans quickly picking up on the social media activity amidst mounting speculation over Liverpool’s summer recruitment. PSG exits and personal terms Speculation around Mbaye and his PSG teammate Bradley Barcola escalated over the weekend after both players were left out of Paris Saint-Germain’s squad for their 1-0 French Super Cup defeat against Lens on Sunday.
Senior figures at Liverpool, however, have strongly denied those claims, insisting the club’s interest remains exploratory as talks continue with the player’s representatives in an effort to negotiate a lower fee. Meanwhile, Barcola’s long-stated interest in Liverpool means financial fine print between the clubs remains the final hurdle before any prospective double deal can be finalized.
Following the arrival of Víctor Muñoz, the potential additions of Barcola and Mbaye would complete that structural overhaul. While Luis Enrique declined to comment on the potential departures following Sunday’s defeat, PSG’s recent recruitment suggests the French champions are actively preparing for life without both wingers as negotiations proceed.
