News Focus
- Arsenal emerge as favourites to sign Paris Saint-Germain winger Bradley Barcola
- Liverpool cool interest as they prioritise signing a right-sided forward instead
- Barcola’s playing time at PSG has reduced due to Khvicha Kvaratskhelia’s excellent form
- Contract extension talks are on hold until after the Champions League final against Arsenal
- The 23-year-old France international is likely to move to the Premier League
French winger Bradley Barcola might exit Paris Saint-Germain when the current campaign ends. Reports from L’Équipe suggest the Ligue 1 title holders want to sign another attacker ahead of next season.
The 23-year-old has slipped down the pecking order at the Parc des Princes lately. He prefers playing on the left flank, but Khvicha Kvaratskhelia now occupies that role in crucial matches.
Barcola’s deal with PSG runs until 2028. Talks over a new contract have stopped because the club faces Arsenal in the Champions League final. His representatives say discussions will restart after that clash.
Sources close to L’Équipe claim the Emirates could be his next home. The Premier League appears the probable destination for the France star. Liverpool have tracked him for some time.
However, Anfield bosses know he thrives on the left wing. The Reds now seek a right-sided player instead. This would allow young talent Rio Ngumoha to grow on the opposite flank.