Liverpool Push for Barcola, Mbaye Amid Minteh Transfer Hopes

Liverpool continue their pursuit of Paris Saint-Germain's Bradley Barcola and Ibrahim Mbaye despite failed negotiations, while Yankuba Minteh's potential £70m move could reshape their attacking options. The Reds have rejected £50m and £60m bids for Minteh, who faces a November fitness return after surgery.

Barcola and Mbaye's Transfer Deadlock

Liverpool remain locked in talks over Paris Saint-Germain's Bradley Barcola and Ibrahim Mbaye, despite both players being omitted from PSG's squad for their Ligue 1 clash against Rennes. The Reds have seen initial bids of £50m and £60m rejected for the duo, with PSG valuing them near £70m. Luis Enrique's decision to exclude them from the Super Cup defeat by Lens reflects ongoing transfer speculation, though both are expected to leave the Parc des Princes before the deadline.

Minteh's Potential £70m Move

Yankuba Minteh remains a key target for Liverpool, despite recent rejections of their £50m and £60m offers. The 23-year-old Gambian winger, linked with personal terms agreement, may not return to action until November after leg surgery. Brighton are reportedly seeking a replacement, targeting Hull's Yeremay Hernandez from Deportivo La Coruna. Meanwhile, Liverpool have also enquired about Real Madrid's Endrick, 20, who scored eight goals and 21 assists during a Lyon loan last season.

Defensive Reinforcements and Summer Signings

Liverpool have bolstered their defense with £60m signing Jeremy Jacquet from Rennes and a season-long loan for Ronald Araujo from Barcelona, with an option to buy for £47m next summer. The Reds have made only one attacking signing this summer, triggering Victor Munoz's £34.5m release clause from Osasuna. With the transfer window closing, Liverpool's focus remains on securing a third offer for Minteh and exploring Endrick's availability.