Liverpool considers Bradley Barcola after failed pursuit of Diomande

Liverpool is shifting its summer transfer focus to Bradley Barcola following an unsuccessful attempt to sign Yan Diomande. Journalist Lewis Steele indicated on the Anfield Index podcast that Barcola has emerged as a prime target but mentioned there are complications, including interest from Arsenal. Liverpool seeks to fill the void left by Mohamed Salah, and while past interest in Barcola could help, Steele cautioned that previous groundwork does not guarantee success in negotiations with Paris Saint-Germain. The current transfer has intensified competition and inflated prices, adding pressure to Liverpool's recruitment efforts.

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