Transfer Rumour Unconfirmed · Gaining tractionMirror FootballUnverified source· 28 Aug 2026
Liverpool close on Barcola, Gakpo future in doubt
Liverpool are closing in on Bradley Barcola, which could push Cody Gakpo out.
B. Barcola
player
Player
Bradley Barcola
Position
Forward
Current club
PSG
Linked club
Liverpool
Reported fee
£120m
What happened. Liverpool have agreed a deal for Bradley Barcola, with the transfer not yet finalised.
- Barcola's arrival could affect Cody Gakpo's future.
- Andoni Iraola cannot guarantee Gakpo's future.
- Deal worth £120m, still final details pending.
“cannot guarantee anything”
— Andoni Iraola
Barcola's signing would add attacking quality, but may force Gakpo exit.
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