Liverpool face steep Barcola bill as PSG dig in on valuation

Sky Sports News reports the Reds have opened preliminary discussions with both PSG and Barcola's representatives, but a substantial gap between the clubs' asking prices threatens to derail any move.

PSG, who recruited Barcola from Lyon for roughly £40m in 2023, are holding firm at £145m. Liverpool have made strengthening their wing options a priority following Mohamed Salah's departure, and the France international has been a long-standing target.

Barcola's situation suggests negotiating room exists. The 23-year-old has two years remaining on his PSG contract and has refused to commit to a new deal, citing limited playing time. A switch to Anfield reportedly appeals to him, and the opportunity to work under manager Andoni Iraola—whose track record at Bournemouth and Rayo Vallecano highlighted attacking width and pressing intensity—could prove attractive.

His pedigree is undeniable: two Champions League titles and nine major trophies in the past two years. Arsenal are also monitoring his availability after missing out on Real Madrid's Vinícius Júnior.

According to Sky Sports News, PSG's willingness to lower their valuation will determine whether Liverpool can progress from talks to concrete action. At current figures, the deal remains difficult to complete.