Liverpool are rumored to be interested in signing Paris Saint-Germain attacker Bradley Barcola after missing out on signing Antoine Semenyo.
The Bournemouth attacker has decided to join Manchester City in the January transfer window, forcing Liverpool and other top Premier League clubs to look elsewhere.
catch off side We exclusively reported yesterday that Arne Slott and his recruitment team are interested in signing the French attacker to strengthen their wide-ranging attack.
The club’s need for a new wide attacker has increased following the departure of Luis Dias in the summer and Mohamed Salah’s future at Anfield becoming uncertain.
Bradley Barcola seeks guarantee over move to Liverpool
According to X’s reliable sources, Barcola has made his position clear regarding a potential move to Liverpool, telling his agent that a move to Anfield requires more guarantees than regular first-team football.
It has been well reported in recent weeks that Liverpool are interested in Barcola, especially after the Reds missed out on Semenho.
Sources close to the situation say Barcola has made it clear to his agent that he has no intention of leaving Paris Saint-Germain unless he is guaranteed a key role in the next team’s starting XI.
Barcola, 23, is entering a key stage of his development and will want to avoid any move that could relegate him to a rotation or bench role, regardless of his stature at the club.
This demand reflects his recent rise in Paris. Under coach Luis Enrique, Barcola has become an increasingly important figure, contributing goals, assists and a consistent attacking threat.
French attacker chased by Reds
PSG want to secure his long-term future, with his current contract running until 2028, but extension talks have reportedly been delayed, in part because Barcola wants to fully assess his options across Europe.
Barcola’s stance is not about ego or entitlement, but about career trajectory. With international ambitions firmly in mind, consistent club football is seen as essential given the intense competition for France squad spots.
Liverpool are believed to be considering whether they can live up to Barcola’s expectations without disrupting team harmony.
Barcola is in a position to firmly control his next move.
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