Liverpool transfer news LIVE: Barcola message, Curtis Jones bid talk, Alexis Mac Allister future

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SportFootballLiverpool FC transfer newsLIVEUpdated 4 mins agoLiverpool's new manager Andoni Iraola has been confirmed as Arne Slot's successor and there are areas where he may feel his squad could do with reinforcementsEAST RUTHERFORD, NEW JERSEY - JUNE 16: Bradley Barcola #12 of France in action during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group I match between France and Senegal at New York New Jersey Stadium on June 16, 2026 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. The Ivorian winger impressed in his country's World Cup opener and has plenty of potential suitors, though RB Leipzig will no doubt demand a significant fee.Other areas of concern for Iraola include midfield, where reinforcements are likely to be needed regardless of whether the Reds end up hanging on to Curtis Jones.

Maybe one to file under speculative.Today08:20 BSTAlexis Mac Allister's dad steps in over midfielder's futureAlexis Mac Allister didn't enjoy a typically vintage campaign with Liverpool last season. While he's under contract until 2028, there have been rumblings of a departure this summer.However, speaking to WinWin ahead of Argentina's win over Algeria last night, Carlos Mac Allister insisted his son's future would not be sorted until after the tournament.“Alexis is in excellent condition to play in the World Cup," He said.

"Before the World Cup, it is impossible to discuss or analyse the player’s future.”Today08:13 BSTAlexander Isak tipped to return to formIt's fair to say that £125m Alexander Isak is yet to reach the heights at Anfield.However, Isak looked razor sharp in Sweden's 5-1 win over Tunisia in their opening match of the tournament in Monterrey on Monday, scoring once and providing two assists.Veteran Premier League boss Sam Allardyce believes the former Newcastle striker could become "a major force" for the Reds. Read more about Isak's blistering return to form at the World Cup here.Alexander Isak during Sweden 5-1 Tunisia.(Image: David Ramos/Getty Images)Today08:08 BSTInter readying 'final' Jones bidInter Milan will make one final bid in an effort to land Curtis Jones, according to reports in Italy.The Italian club have so far fallen short of Liverpool's asking price for the England international midfielder.However, with Jones out of contract next summer, they know a free transfer in 2027 remains possible if they decide to walk away now.Today08:01 BSTBradley Barcola messageOne player who has been linked with a move to Anfield this summer is PSG star Bradley Barcola.The 23-year-old came on as a late substitute during France's 3-1 win over Senegal at the World Cup on Tuesday and made an instant impact.Barcola scored within two minutes of arriving onto the pitch to put France 2-1 ahead, a position from which they then extended their lead in injury time.A message to Andoni Iraola and other potential suitors if ever there was one.Today07:58 BSTWhen will Mo Salah decide his next move?As we all know, Mohamed Salah confirmed last season that he would leave Liverpool before the expiry of the two-year contract he signed in 2025.The Egyptian has yet to decide his next move but there is reported interest from Europe and beyond.For now, though, he may want to focus on international matters after his national team drew with Belgium to increase their chances of reaching the World Cup knockout stages.Mo Salah is away at the World Cup with Egypt(Image: Reza L Malayeri/ZUMA Press Wire/Shutterstock)Today07:58 BSTQuansah with a chance to show his worthOne of the defensive moves being floated is a return for Jarell Quansah.Liverpool are understood to have included a buy-back option when selling the defender to Bayer Leverkusen last summer.The centre-back appears to also be thought of as full-back cover by England boss Thomas Tuchel and could have a part to play when the Three Lions take on Croatia in their World Cup opener tonight.Jarell Quansah could have a part to play for England against Croatia(Image: AP Photo/Chris O'Meara)Today07:58 BSTWelcome to our Liverpool transfer coverageHello and welcome to the ECHO's latest on Liverpool's transfer news.We'll have all the latest updates for you on the ins and outs for Andoni Iraola's side.We already know about some deals, notably the arrival of Jeremy Jacquet and the departures of Mohamed Salah, Andy Robertson, Ibrahima Konate and Rhys Williams.There could be more exits too, with Curtis Jones in demand, while potential arrivals include Yan Diomande and Ayyoub Bouaddi, though plenty of other clubs will likely be in the mix for the Liverpool targets.There's plenty more in store, though, and we'll have everything you need right here.