Liverpool transfer news LIVE: Bradley Barcola decision, Joe Gomez injury, Maghnes Akliouche bid
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Today12:13 BSTBarcola makes definitive contract callBradley Barcola will NOT sign a new contract at PSG, according to L'Equipe.The winger had been waiting until after the World Cup to make a decision on his future with the European champions, and has now decided he won't extend his stay beyond his current deal's expiration in 2028.That decision will no doubt put Liverpool on alert, with the Reds one of four teams said to be interested in the 23-year-old, along with Arsenal, Bayern Munich and Chelsea.Liverpool is interested in PSG winger Bradley Barcola(Image: Getty)Today11:36 BSTTeenager banned from playing this seasonLiverpool will not be able to call upon Ifeanyi Ndukwe during the 2026/27 season, despite the teenager impressing on his first appearance for the Reds against Sunderland.The young center-back does not meet the necessary points to get a work permit in the UK and will therefore have to be loaned out, reports The Athletic.It's another blow amid Joe Gomez's injury, with another center-back increasingly becoming a priority for Liverpool now.Ifeanyi Ndukwe featured for Liverpool against SunderlandToday11:05 BSTZabarnyi 'offered' to LiverpoolIllia Zabarnyi has been offered to Liverpool, according to talkSPORT's Alex Crook.The PSG defender is being linked with an exit from the European champions, just a year after making $76M (£57M) move from Bournemouth.Zabarnyi of course played under Andoni Iraola with the Cherries, and the new Liverpool boss is said to be an admirer, along with sporting director Richard Hughes, although it's also claimed that he's also been offered to Chelsea.Illia Zabarnyi in action for PSG(Image: Getty Images)Today10:30 BSTDiomande agreementReal Madrid has verbally agreed personal terms with Yan Diomande, according to Fabrizio Romano.The 19-year-old is said to have now given the green light to both the Spanish giant and to Paris Saint-Germain, although neither club has yet reached an agreement with RB Leipzig.Real is claimed to have made a bid worth around $115M in total - the same as Liverpool's offer - and is set to return with a new attempt after that was rejected. The claim comes as Arsenal is said to be exploring a deal for the Brazilian.Vinicius has just one year remaining on his contract at the Bernabeu, with the Gunners said to be prepared to open talks if given encouragement from the player.
A move to Saudi Arabia could also be on the table, with Al-Ahli interested after proposing a five-year contract worth $1.1 billion last year.Vinicius Jr could be open to a sensational move to Arsenal(Image: Angel Martinez/Getty Images)Today09:28 BSTRace for Porto youngsterLiverpool is among a host of clubs showing an interest in Porto youngster Oskar Pietuszewski, according to German outlet Fussballdaten.The 18-year-old winger is said to have admirers in the Reds, Manchester United, Manchester City, Arsenal, Chelsea, and Newcastle from the Premier League, while Bayern Munich and Atletico Madrid also have him on their radar.Borussia Dortmund is said to have made concrete steps for Pietuszewski, having contacted the player's representatives. The new offer is said to be in the region of $57M, although that still falls short of Monaco's $80M asking price.Liverpool made an approach for Akliouche earlier in the summer, and may well be keeping a close eye on PSG's next steps, especially if it has an impact on Bradley Barcola's future.Liverpool has made an approach for Maghnes Akliouche(Image: Getty Images)Today08:21 BSTNew Diomande hope?German outlet Bild suggests there may still be some hope for Liverpool with Yan Diomande — although there could be even more competition for his signature now.The Reds are still claimed to be vying for his signature, along with Paris Saint-Germain and Real Madrid, while Arsenal and Manchester City are also said to be in the mix.
The player's entourage is now said to be putting pressure on the European champions in order to avoid another club hijacking the deal.Yan Diomande looks on during the World Cup.(Image: Joosep Martinson - FIFA via Getty Images)Today07:52 BSTJoe Gomez injury latestJoe Gomez lasted just 10 minutes of Liverpool's opening friendly against Sunderland before being forced off injured.Andoni Iraola was unable to offer a full diagnosis on the injury, although the defender appeared to be struggling with a muscle problem, having had hamstring issues in the past.Speaking to LFCTV after the game, Iraola said:The worst news straight away was the injury of Joe. We were happy because we were going through all those trainings without losing any players, and unluckily for us, straight away, we have lost Joe.Joe Gomez goes down injured during the pre-season friendly match between Liverpool FC and Sunderland at GEODIS Park on July 25, 2026 in Nashville, Tennessee(Image: Ian Horrocks/Sunderland AFC via Getty Image)Today07:49 BSTWelcomeHello Liverpool fans, and welcome to our live updates as we bring you all the latest transfer news and rumors, as well as more reaction to the Reds' first pre-season friendly.The Andoni Iraola era got off to a winning start against Sunderland, but another injury to Joe Gomez has raised more concerns over Liverpool's options in defense, with new signings still proving elusive...