Liverpool Lead Race to Sign Bradley Barcola as Mohamed Salah’s Replacement

Liverpool Set to Secure Bradley Barcola Ahead of Arsenal

Liverpool are gaining confidence in their pursuit of Bradley Barcola, aiming to find a long-term successor to Mohamed Salah. The Paris Saint-Germain winger, after a standout season for both club and country, has become one of Liverpool's top attacking targets.

Reports now place Liverpool ahead of rivals Arsenal and Bayern Munich in the race to sign Barcola this summer. The Gunners shifted focus to Barcola after missing out on Morgan Rogers, who moved to Chelsea, but the Reds appear to be in pole position.

Barcola’s Changing Role at PSG Boosts Liverpool’s Chances

Barcola’s future at PSG is uncertain following the expected arrival of Yan Diomande from RB Leipzig. PSG seem ready to sell Barcola to fund a deal for Monaco's Maghnes Akliouche. At just 23, Barcola enhanced his reputation during France’s run to the World Cup semi-finals and carries a valuation near £100 million, with Bayern Munich also interested.

Barcola: The Player Andoni Iraola Needs

Replacing Salah is no small task for manager Andoni Iraola, yet Barcola stands out as one of few with the skill and promise to fill that role. His speed, dribbling, and ability to cause problems across the front line have been clear in both PSG performances and at the 2026 World Cup. Signing him would send a strong message about Liverpool’s ambitions under Iraola.

The potential £100 million fee is substantial, but it reflects an investment in youth and future leadership rather than an aging star. At 23, Barcola could become the face of Liverpool’s attack for years.

If Liverpool manage to secure Barcola’s signature before Arsenal, Bayern, and other European clubs, it would mark a significant statement of intent in Iraola’s first transfer window at Anfield.