Liverpool have held further talks with Paris Saint-Germain over a possible deal for France international Bradley Barcola, with optimism growing that an agreement can be reached between the two clubs.
Negotiations continued on Tuesday as Liverpool and PSG sought to make progress on a transfer that has remained complicated by a significant difference in their valuations of the player.
Paris Saint-Germain have been seeking about £145m for Barcola, while Liverpool have yet to agree to that figure. Despite the gap between the two clubs, the latest discussions have been described as positive, raising hopes that the Premier League side and the French champions can find a compromise.
There is a belief that the relationship between Liverpool and PSG could prove important in the negotiations. Sky Sports News understands there are good relations between the two clubs at the highest level, and that those connections may help the parties reach an agreement over Barcola.
Liverpool’s interest in the 22-year-old is part of a wider attempt to strengthen their options in wide areas during the current transfer window. Reinforcing those positions has been the club’s priority throughout the summer, and Barcola is one of the players being considered as Liverpool assess their attacking options.
Barcola has also been discussed alongside another PSG player. Liverpool have explored a possible move for Barcola’s team-mate Ibrahim Mbaye, who operates from the right wing.
The interest in Mbaye reflects Liverpool’s focus on adding depth and quality in wide positions, although the club’s talks with PSG over Barcola remain the main development. The discussions are continuing, with the two sides still needing to bridge the difference in their respective valuations.
Barcola’s proposed move would involve a substantial fee, given PSG’s asking price of approximately £145m for the France international. However, the positive tone of the latest negotiations has provided Liverpool with encouragement that a deal may still be possible.
No agreement has been reached, and talks are ongoing between the clubs. Liverpool will hope their positive working relationship with PSG can help bring the negotiations closer to a conclusion as they continue their efforts to strengthen in wide areas.
Further updates are expected.