Liverpool are reportedly set to lodge a new bid for Arsenal target Bradley Barcola next week with renewed confidence after Paris Saint-Germain signed Mika Godts. The Reds have been embroiled in protracted talks for the player throughout the summer as they look to add firepower to Andoni Iraola’s front line. It is thought that talks have been slowed by a difference of opinion regarding the player’s valuation, with PSG standing firm on a price tag around £145m. The signing of the highly-rated Godts, who racked up a remarkable 30 goal contributions in 34 Eredivisie appearances last season, adds yet more competition for Barcola, and Liverpool are said to be increasingly optimistic of luring him to Anfield. Per reports in France, Godts’ move to PSG will only accelerate Barcola’s departure to Liverpool, with the Reds expected to lodge a new bid next week. That is bad news for Arsenal, who are also known to be keen on bringing the Frenchman on board. Some reports suggest, however, they are unwilling to meet PSG’s lofty asking price. Barcola was an unused substitute as PSG beat Aston Villa 2-1 in the UEFA Super Cup earlier this week. Starting in his place was another summer signing in Maghnes Akliouche.

Read More Should his transfer come to fruition, Barcola would follow Victor Munoz as the second winger to join Liverpool this summer. Iraola will be hoping for a busy close to the window, with his threadbare squad crying out for depth in a number of positions, most urgently in defence. League standing (final 2025 table -- new season not yet under way): 5th in Premier League, 60 pts, 17W-9D-12L from 38 games, recent form DLDLW. Goals this season: 63 scored, 53 conceded (+10 goal difference). Title race: 25 points behind leaders Arsenal.