Liverpool transfer news amid Bradley Barcola talks and Real Madrid battle for World Cup star

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Liverpool transfer news as the Reds are in contact with Bradley Barcola amid the pursuit of Yan Diomande, while they could face a battle with Real Madrid for a World Cup starLiverpool is reportedly in contact with Bradley Barcola(Image: Getty Images)Liverpool has its eye on some big business this summer, with one name clearly top of the list in the transfer market right now.The pursuit of Yan Diomande has stepped up over the past week or so, with the Reds making it clear to RB Leipzig that they would be willing to do a deal at around $115 million (€100M). It doesn’t look like that will be enough though, and various outlets are claiming a second improved offer is being prepared.Liverpool may need to look at alternatives though if Diomande proves to be out of reach, especially with his stock continuing to rise at the World Cup, and the latest reports suggest it may be working on a plan in the background.Here is the Liverpool.com verdict on the transfer gossip to emerge around the Reds today.Bradley Barcola (PSG)Liverpool is maintaining contact with Bradley Barcola as it continues its pursuit of Yan Diomande, Fabrizio Romano has told Born 'N Red.The Reds are said to be at "completely different stages" with both players, with an offer already in place for Diomande, but Liverpool is claimed to be discussing Barcola "every single week".It's suggested that, if Paris Saint-Germain opens the door to an exit for the winger, Liverpool could make a move.Get Liverpool's new 2026/27 home kitThis article contains affiliate links, we will receive a commission on any sales we generate from it.

Learn moreLiverpool FC have launched their new home kit for the 2026/27, inspired by iconic adidas strip worn during the club's 1989/90 title-winning campaign.Liverpool.com says: Liverpool will need to keep some alternatives in mind if the pursuit of Diomande doesn't go to plan, and Barcola does seem to be the next best option.Of course, coming from the defending European champions, he certainly wouldn't be cheap, but given he has found himself falling down the pecking order at PSG, the promise of a regular starting spot would hopefully work in the Reds' favor.Ayyoub Bouaddi (Real Madrid)Real Madrid is keeping a close eye on Ayyoub Bouaddi, according to Spanish outlet AS, with the Morocco midfielder also being linked with Liverpool.Bouaddi has caught the eye after impressing against Brazil on his tournament debut at just 18, with the Reds and Arsenal both being linked with his services.Ayyoub Bouaddi has been a shining star at the World Cup(Image: GSI/Icon Sport via Getty Images)Real are also said to be in the mix, with AS claiming that the player's camp is in no doubt that his future lies away from current club Lille.Liverpool.com says: Bouaddi looks to be one of the real breakout stars of this World Cup, so it's no surprise to see him being linked with some of Europe's biggest clubs.You'd have to imagine he will get a big move pretty soon, especially if he continues to impress at the tournament. Liverpool should be keeping an eye on him, but if the race gets a bit too crowded, it'll need to have some other names in mind in midfield.