Revealed: O'Rourke shares Tues AM latest on Liverpool's move to sign PSG star
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Credit: Imago Tue 12 May 2026 8:29, UK Bradley Barcola is set to be offered a huge new contract by PSG to fend off interest in his services from Liverpool ahead of the summer window.Liverpool are keen on signing Barcola in the coming months if he pushes to leave the Parc des Princes after being left out of some key games by Luis Enrique.The French winger has been restricted to appearing off the bench in their last three Champions League ties as the Parisians prepare to defend their crown against Arsenal later this month.With Liverpool plotting a move, PSG are now preparing to offer fresh terms to Barcola and end rumours around his future, as I revealed on the latest edition of Football Insider’s Transfer Insider podcast.Liverpool’s transfer plans will need to accelerate if they wish to sign the 23-year-old, as he is also believed to be leaning towards staying in the French capital. ✈️ Liverpool Transfer News ✈️ Breaking news on deals in progress, latest signings, departures, and contract news from the Anfield boardroom. VISIT THE TRANSFER HUB MORE FOOTBALL INSIDER STORIES Bradley Barcola deal will be ‘difficult’ for Liverpool amid contract updateThe prospect of playing in England is something that reportedly appeals to Barcola, with Arsenal also linked to his services in recent weeks.He is still looking more likely to stay at PSG this summer, however, and a new contract is soon set to be offered to ward off suitors like Liverpool and the Gunners.CompetitionAppearancesGoalsAssistsLigue 127102Champions League1524Trophee des Champions101Coupe de France100FIFA Intercontinental Cup100UEFA Super Cup100Barcola’s 2025-26 stats by competitionSpeaking on the Transfer Insider podcast, I explained: “There’s plans in place at PSG to offer him a bumper new contract to secure his future.
“He’s under contract until 2028, but PSG would like to keep him at the Parc des Princes for the foreseeable future and they want him to try and commit his long-term future to the club. It’s a real difficult deal to do for Liverpool, who have had a long-term interest in Barcola.
“As things stand right now I think PSG are pretty keen to keep hold of Barcola, and will offer him a new contract just to sort of end any speculation that he could be lured away.”Liverpool join race to sign Luka Vuskovic amid Spurs uncertaintyLiverpool are still looking to add another centre-back to their squad this summer despite Jeremy Jacquet’s imminent arrival.Sources have exclusively revealed to Football Insider that Spurs loanee Vuskovic is on Liverpool’s radar and they are among numerous top European sides keeping tabs on his progress. The 19-year-old has been one of the standout centre-backs in the Bundesliga while on loan at Hamburg this season.Tottenham are planning to offer him a new contract upon his return to the club, but his future remains uncertain as they fight against relegation. 🔴 Don’t Miss a Beat: Your Liverpool Insider Access Get the full story from Anfield and the AXA Training Centre with our dedicated expert hubs: Updated 24/7 with expert analysis from the heart of Merseyside.