The Reds narrowly missed out on an eighth summer signing when the deal for Marc Guehi collapsed on deadline day, but it is not just the defense that Arne Slot wants to strengthen.
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Several attacking options have been discussed for Liverpool in January, due in part to the broken leg suffered by Alexander Isak.
The left side of the Reds’ attack is particularly weak, with no real replacement signed when Luis Diaz left the club last summer, but an update has just been given on one of Liverpool’s priority targets for the position.
Liverpool in regular contact with their long-time target
According to a new report from TEAMtalk, Liverpool remain in regular contact with PSG striker Bradley Barcola, who He’s been on the team’s radar for a while..
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The Frenchman’s future in Paris is in doubt and the report claims that, although a new contract is being negotiated, the 23-year-old could be available in the summer.
PSG reportedly ruled out a transfer in January, but Liverpool, along with Chelsea, Arsenal and Manchester City, remain interested.
FootballTransfers values the striker at €69.6m (£60m) and his current contract runs until 2028.
Will Liverpool sign Barcola?
The Reds’ interest in Barcola dates back to last summer, and Liverpool will be ready to pounce if he is available.
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Barcola has started on the bench for five of PSG’s last six league games, being an unused substitute on two occasions.
If Luis Enrique continues to ignore the 23-year-old, then he could well decide his future lies elsewhere – and that is when Liverpool will get their chance.
Although PSG are reluctant to sell in the winter, the Reds may still be tempted to test their resolve and could convince Barcola with a guaranteed place in Slot’s XI.