Liverpool Raises Offer to €135m for PSG Winger Bradley Barcola After He Misses Lens Match

Liverpool Presents Higher €135 Million Bid for PSG's Bradley Barcola

Liverpool has increased their offer to €135 million for Paris Saint-Germain winger Bradley Barcola. The French international was notably absent from PSG’s squad against Lens, hinting at a shift in the club’s stance amid ongoing talks.

Barcola Left Out of Lens Matchday Squad

The decision by PSG manager Luis Enrique to exclude Barcola from the Lens game signals a potential breakthrough in transfer discussions. Initially valued internally at nearly €150 million by PSG, the club is now reconsidering that figure as negotiations advance.

Increased Bid Reflects Liverpool’s Determination

Previously offering just over €100 million, Liverpool has pushed its bid substantially higher to persuade PSG’s president, Nasser Al-Khelaifi, to approve the sale. Reports suggest that backing from Amazon’s leadership, now part of Liverpool’s ownership structure, encouraged this financial boost.

PSG Weighs Lower Valuation to Avoid Prolonged Saga

PSG executives seem open to re-evaluating Barcola’s price tag to avoid a drawn-out transfer battle like the one surrounding Kylian Mbappe’s departure. While Enrique remains tight-lipped on the player’s future, his lineup choices speak volumes about the club’s intentions.

No Realistic Arsenal Interest

Despite rumors linking Barcola to Arsenal, these claims appear unfounded. No official talks have taken place between Arsenal and PSG, and Liverpool's advanced negotiations make a move to the Emirates unlikely.

Transfer Nears Completion

With both clubs working towards an agreement, the deal seems closer than ever. Barcola, who has shown professionalism throughout his time at PSG, may soon make the switch to the Premier League side. Liverpool aims to finalize the transfer in the coming days, closing one of the summer’s major transfer stories.

• Next Fixtures:
• Newcastle United vs Liverpool: 23 Aug 2026, 17:30
• Paris Saint-Germain vs Rennes: 23 Aug 2026, 20:45