Bradley Barcola sets clear condition for possible Liverpool transfer

 

 

Liverpool have turned their attention to Paris Saint-Germain winger Bradley Barcola after missing out on Antoine Semenyo.

The Bournemouth forward has reportedly decided to join Manchester City in the January window, forcing Liverpool and several other Premier League sides to explore alternative options. According to an exclusive report from CaughtOffside, Arne Slot and his recruitment staff are closely monitoring Barcola as they seek to reinforce their wide attacking areas.

With Luis Díaz having left in the summer and uncertainty continuing to surround Mohamed Salah’s future at Anfield, Liverpool’s need for a new wide forward has become more urgent. A reliable source on X claims Barcola has already communicated his position to his representatives, making it clear that any potential move to Liverpool would require guarantees of regular first-team football.

Interest from Liverpool has grown in recent weeks, particularly after the club failed to secure Semenyo. Those close to the situation indicate that Barcola is unwilling to leave PSG unless he is assured a significant role in his next club’s starting XI.

At 23, the Frenchman views the next step in his career as crucial and is determined to avoid a transfer that would see him used merely as a squad player, regardless of the stature of the club involved.

His stance mirrors his growing importance in Paris. Under Luis Enrique, Barcola has become a key contributor, providing goals, assists and consistent attacking influence. Although PSG are eager to tie him down long term, with his contract running until 2028, negotiations over an extension have reportedly slowed as the player assesses his options across Europe.

This position is driven by career planning rather than entitlement. With strong international ambitions and intense competition for places in the French national team, Barcola believes regular club football is essential.

Liverpool are now said to be considering whether they can meet his demands without upsetting the balance within the squad.

For now, Barcola remains firmly in control of his future.