Liverpool F.C. Are set to face Monaco in a pre-season friendly at Anfield this weekend, having recently wrapped up their tour of the United States. The Reds are keen to accelerate their transfer activity as the new Premier League season draws ever closer. With the team currently 25 points behind leaders Arsenal in the title race, Liverpool F.C. Are in need of further strengthening.
What's the latest on Bradley Barcola?
PSG are holding firm on a staggering £128million asking price for Barcola this summer. The hefty valuation is understood to be the primary reason a deal with Liverpool F.C. Has yet to come to fruition, though it does represent a reduction on the initial £145million the French club were originally seeking for the player. It is understood that the Reds would prefer to pay in the region of £103m for the winger, with Barcola receptive to the move.
Why is this transfer important for Liverpool F.C.?
The fee being discussed for Barcola has raised a few eyebrows. Former Anfield favourite Michael Owen believes the Reds must remain grounded when it comes to splashing such a substantial sum on the French winger. Owen said: "Barcola, he's obviously the big name on everybody's lips. It sounds like he might be available. It sounds like he's going to be expensive, though - but they're going to have to make some form of statement signing, of course.
What comes next for Liverpool F.C.?
Liverpool F.C. Are preparing to revise their position and increase their bid in order to push the deal through, while it is reported that, although the two clubs remain "very far apart", the transfer is anticipated to be concluded before the window shuts. Meanwhile, Barcelona's Ferran Torres has agreed to join PSG, a development that could pave the way for Barcola to complete a move to Liverpool F.C.
Liverpool F.C. Are currently 5th in the Premier League, with 60 points from 38 games, and a goal difference of +10. The Reds will be looking to strengthen their squad ahead of the new season, and a move for Barcola could be a major coup for the team. With the transfer window set to close soon, time is of the essence for Liverpool F.C. To make their move for the French winger.
