Despite widespread claims that Bradley Barcola was off-limits, Liverpool remain firmly in the running to sign the PSG winger. However, Fabrizio Romano has cautioned that supporters should not expect a swift conclusion to negotiations.
The Reds have made Barcola one of their top priorities this summer, but a deal is still dependent on reaching an agreement with the French champions. Fresh talks between Liverpool and PSG are scheduled for next week, as both clubs work through the details of a potential transfer.
Liverpool's long-standing interest in Barcola has never wavered, despite claims that the winger was untouchable at PSG. In fact, the Reds have been actively pursuing Barcola, and the player himself is fully on board with the move.
The main obstacle remains negotiations at the club-to-club level, with PSG attaching strict conditions and a high financial valuation to the forward. Romano has tempered expectations, stating that fans should not expect a finalized deal immediately.
PSG are open to negotiating a departure, but the progress of the deal depends entirely on how much Liverpool are prepared to spend to secure their top target. The conversations will continue next week, but Romano's feeling is that this is not going to be something imminent.
Liverpool will hope to wrap up the deal before the new season begins, providing the squad with a major tactical boost. Securing Barcola's signature would allow the winger to integrate into the team system before competitive fixtures begin.
Both clubs remain in active dialogue, but all eyes are now on Liverpool to present a formal offer that meets PSG's valuation. The Reds consider Barcola their primary target for the summer window, and with the player's enthusiasm for the move, it's clear that this deal is far from over.
