Liverpool transfer news as Reds receive Bradley Barcola boost
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Liverpool FC NewsTransfer NewsLiverpool FCLiverpool is in the market for a new left-winger this summer, with Bradley Barcola and Yan Diomande both on the radar - and there have been updates on both06:42, 24 Jun 2026Updated 06:43, 24 Jun 2026Liverpool is reportedly in contact with Bradley Barcola(Image: Getty Images)Andoni Iraola's hectic summer at Liverpool appears far from over. The Premier League club are expected to experience another substantial period of change, with the exits of Mohamed Salah, Andy Robertson and Ibrahima Konate already altering the makeup of Iraola's squad - and the new manager wants to assess his team after the World Cup before making too many decisions.Regarding incomings, the latest twist in the Bradley Barcola transfer saga has emerged, while a transfer agreement with another Reds target has allegedly been finalised.
The France international remains contracted to the club until 2028, reports the Liverpool Echo.Nevertheless, the stalemate over a new deal has sparked reports that the Champions League winners might be prepared to authorise his exit. According to Fabrizio Romano, the winger has drawn interest from both Arsenal and Liverpool.Liverpool have had their eye on Barcola since last year.
The Reds currently have three left-wingers on their books in Cody Gakpo, Rio Ngumoha and new signing Victor Munoz, with a potential swoop for Barcola set to bring that number to four.Any such deal for the 23 year old would take place alongside the acquisition of Yan Diomande, rather than just one player arriving at the club, it is claimed.Liverpool is in hot pursuit of Yan Diomande this summer(Image: Getty Images)Diomande agreementEarmarked as the long-term replacement for Mohamed Salah, Liverpool have made clear to RB Leipzig their intention to table a bid of up to £86million for the Ivory Coast star. However, the Bundesliga club are understood to be holding out for a fee closer to £112m.Leipzig may find themselves in a difficult position as they attempt to tie the 19 year old down to a new contract, following reports that the Reds have agreed personal terms with Diomande.According to Media Foot, the winger is prepared to move to Anfield this summer, with PSG having pulled out of the race owing to his considerable asking price.Choose Liverpool.com as a 'Preferred Source' on Google News for quick access to the news you value.Yan DiomandeLiverpool FC