​An update from Fabrizio Romano over the last 24 hours suggests that Liverpool’s chances of signing Bradley Barcola this summer are looking plausible. The Italian journalist has continued to emphasise that the Paris Saint-Germain forward sits at the very top of the Reds’ wish list for this transfer window, even though the price tag reportedly attached to him is very steep. The Athletic’s David Ornstein had already claimed last week that the Champions League holders value the 23-year-old at more than the £116m Manchester City recently paid to sign Elliot Anderson from Nottingham Forest.
Romano, speaking on his YouTube channel, has now indicated that PSG may be more open to letting Barcola go than before, while also suggesting why Liverpool may hold a crucial edge over rivals Arsenal in the pursuit of the France international. He explained: “Until last week, Barcola was untouchable; now I see him linked to several clubs. The reality, guys, is that Barcola is not untouchable. Barcola has serious possibilities to leave PSG in the summer transfer window. I have maintained my information since April and I stand by my information. Don’t forget also Liverpool, because both Liverpool and Arsenal are calling for Barcola. Liverpool have the player at the very top of their shortlist since the summer transfer window of 2025, and Liverpool remain interested in Barcola. Barcola is also appreciated by Arsenal, but he is not position number one. Position number one is Morgan Rogers, position number two is Barcola, and there are more options in terms of wingers. That’s the situation at Arsenal. Then, importantly for PSG, he is not untouchable because the new contract talks are completely, completely on standby, stalling for a long time. Barcola-PSG at the moment, there is no agreement over a new deal, and it is also important to say that PSG would demand substantial money. Who’s going to sign Barcola? It’s not just about interest; it’s also about the package of money they’re going to present to Paris Saint-Germain. That’s the situation.”
With PSG seemingly prepared to let Barcola depart for the right price, and Arsenal apparently prioritising Rogers, there could be a window for Liverpool to act and attempt to secure the two-time Champions League winner. Yet, what PSG would consider “substantial money” could amount to a king’s ransom for the Reds, who may need to decide whether acquiring Barcola would justify a third £100m+ outlay in little more than a year, following deals for Florian Wirtz and Alexander Isak. There is speculation that FSG may privately hope Barcola pushes for an exit in pursuit of improved search engine optimization, but the reality involves complex negotiations over price and fit. The situation remains fluid, and Liverpool’s next moves will depend on PSG’s demands, Barcola’s willingness to move, and the competing interest from clubs like Arsenal.