Liverpool's significant Bradley Barcola transfer boost as PSG close in on replacement
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The Reds are in the market for a new winger following a patchy season from Cody Gakpo and Mohamed Salah's recent exit.While talents such as Yan Diomande and Antonio Nusa have been on Liverpool's radar, it's Barcola who is understood to be the priority signing now.While the chances of a deal coming to fruition were slim just a matter of weeks ago, the odds have since risen substantially in Liverpool's favour.PSG could well be more open to a deal now, as Fabrizio Romano claims that the Ligue 1 stalwarts are currently in advanced talks with AS Monaco to sign Akliouche.The report also suggests that, while PSG had had four offers rejected previously, finer details of the deal are now in the process of being finalised. Should PSG finalise a deal for Akliouche, it would intensify questions surrounding Barcola's position in Luis Enrique's plans.Liverpool have pinpointed the Frenchman as their primary target to plug the gap left by Salah, owing to his outstanding form for both club and country.
Following a Ligue 1 and Champions League-winning season with PSG, Barcola also shone for his nation at the World Cup, further strengthening his case for a transfer.Enrique's recent remarks regarding player commitment have only increased the likelihood of Barcola completing a switch. It is reported that Les Bleus are demanding approximately £145million to sanction Barcola's departure this summer - which would represent a new Premier League record transfer fee.Thousands of fans upgraded their Premier League matchday last season.
Latest Reds news and more on our dedicated Facebook pageThis is despite CIES Football Observatory placing the winger's worth at around £85m earlier this week, while the Reds are reportedly looking to a deal around the £100m mark.Meanwhile, Liverpool are not short of alternative targets should Barcola prove too costly this summer.Bournemouth talent Rayan has also been linked with a surprise move to Merseyside of late, having caught the eye in the Premier League with five goals and two assists since joining the club in January.However, given how recently they secured his signature and the fact that a release clause won't become active until next year, the Cherries will be in a position to block any potential move outright.Up to 70% off Premier League kits and merchThis article contains affiliate links, we will receive a commission on any sales we generate from it. Fans can find discounts on products from Premier League clubs including Man United, Man City, Liverpool, Everton, Arsenal, Spurs and more.Liverpool will also face fierce competition from Barcelona and Bayern Munich for the 19-year-old, should Bournemouth ultimately decide to sell.Elsewhere, Liverpool have also been linked with Brighton's Yankuba Minteh and FC Köln's Said El Mala should they fall short in their pursuit of Barcola over the coming weeks.They can also call upon Victor Munoz for the new campaign, having brought the Spaniard on board in a £34.5m deal earlier this summer.Join our new WhatsApp community and receive your daily dose of Mirror Football content.