Liverpool aims to sign Ibrahim Mbaye as Bayer Leverkusen interest grows
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 5, 2026, 6:35 AM
Last updated Aug 5, 2026
Liverpool is reportedly set to outbid Bayer Leverkusen for PSG winger Ibrahim Mbaye this summer. Sources indicate that Mbaye is favoring a move to Liverpool under new manager Andoni Iraola. PSG has acknowledged they lack space for the 18-year-old player, with an asking price around €50 million. Reports suggest Liverpool might also pursue teammate Bradley Barcola. The potential signings could reshape Liverpool's attacking options, raising questions about the future of Cody Gakpo in the squad.
- •Ibrahim Mbaye may prioritize a move to Liverpool over Bayer Leverkusen.
- •PSG is reportedly seeking around €50 million for Mbaye.
- •Liverpool could also target Bradley Barcola in the same window.
- •The signings could impact Cody Gakpo's role at Liverpool.
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