Liverpool adds Bradley Barcola and Ronald Araujo in 2026 transfer window
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 2, 2026, 1:35 PM
Last updated Sep 2, 2026

Liverpool concluded its 2026 summer transfer window with the signing of French winger Bradley Barcola for £125 million and the addition of defender Ronald Araujo. Despite these acquisitions, the squad faces concerns regarding balance, as the club remains without a primary right-winger and lacks depth at the fullback position. Head coach Andoni Iraola expressed a desire for additional signings that were ultimately not completed before the window closed. The departure of Curtis Jones also left the midfield department with limited options. While the club successfully secured their target for the forward line, questions remain regarding how these personnel changes will impact the team’s performance in the Champions League this season.
- •Liverpool signed winger Bradley Barcola for £125 million.
- •Defender Ronald Araujo joined the team during the summer window.
- •The club failed to secure two to three additional signings requested by Andoni Iraola.
- •Squad depth concerns persist in the midfield and fullback positions.
- •The team currently lacks a naturally comfortable right-winger.
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