​Arsenal and Liverpool are set to clash for the signature of Bradley Barcola this summer, both clubs keen to add the talented winger to their ranks. Barcola could be tempted to leave PSG as the French club continues to bolster its squad, potentially making regular first-team football harder to come by for the attacker. At the moment, he is not assured of a starting berth since PSG have a preferred option in his position, which often means he comes off the bench in key games.
The winger is believed to be seeking a more significant role and could discover greater opportunities at either Arsenal or Liverpool. Both sides are on the lookout for top-class attacking options and could offer him the platform to become a more influential player. In the coming weeks, it will become clearer which destination appeals most to Barcola, though his current focus remains on representing France at the World Cup. His performances in the tournament could also shape the level of interest from potential suitors.
Former Liverpool star Emile Heskey believes his old club should win the race for Barcola, with the winger regarded as among the best players in his position at the moment. Heskey told Metro: “Signing Bradley Barcola would be an amazing coup for Liverpool because he provides the pace and directness we’ve been missing on the left wing. We’ve had Sadio Mané and Luis Díaz in the past, and now we need Barcola to get the fans off their seats again. Liverpool looked to have missed out on Yan Diomande to PSG, but that could open the door for Barcola to leave, which would be a statement signing for Andoni Iraola, that much is certain.”
The ongoing competition between Arsenal and Liverpool underscores the growing interest in Barcola’s services. Both clubs will be hoping to persuade him that they can offer the right environment for his continued development. A move away from PSG would represent a significant decision for the winger, who is seeking a bigger role and more consistent opportunities at the highest level. The decision in the coming weeks will be crucial as Barcola weighs his options and considers where his career might flourish the most.