Liverpool have entered the chase for Bradley Barcola, setting up a fascinating transfer battle with Arsenal for the Paris Saint-Germain forward, according to The Athletic.

Why Liverpool Need Reinforcements

It’s been a summer of upheaval at Anfield. After splurging roughly £450m on seven signings last year to defend their title, Arne Slot’s side stumbled to a fifth-place finish and Andoni Iraola has now taken the reins. With Mohamed Salah gone and Hugo Ekitike sidelined by injury, Liverpool’s attack suddenly looks threadbare — and Barcola has emerged as a priority target.

Arsenal’s Interest Complicates Things

The Gunners aren’t backing off either, though Aston Villa’s Morgan Rogers remains their preferred option. With Leandro Trossard edging closer to a Besiktas move, Gabriel Martinelli is currently Arsenal’s only recognised left-winger — and he’s out of contract next summer after an inconsistent campaign. That makes Barcola’s profile increasingly appealing.

The Numbers Behind the Deal

Transfermarkt values the 23-year-old at around £60m, and with just two years left on his PSG deal, Les Parisiens hold real leverage in negotiations.

A Crowded Field of Targets

Barcola isn’t the only name on Liverpool’s radar. Yankuba Minteh, Said El Mala, and Matias Fernandez-Pardo are all reportedly under consideration as Iraola looks to rebuild his frontline from scratch.

What Happens Next?

Barcola has struggled for consistent starts under Luis Enrique in PSG’s biggest matches, fuelling genuine transfer speculation. With his prime years still ahead of him, the real question isn’t whether he leaves Paris — it’s who blinks first, Arsenal or Liverpool.