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Liverpool faces competition from PSG for rising star Aboubacar Maiga

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Last updated Jun 7, 2026

Liverpool faces competition from PSG for rising star Aboubacar Maiga

Summary

Liverpool is in a competitive race for 16-year-old midfielder Aboubacar Maiga, who is also attracting interest from Paris Saint-Germain. Maiga has gained recognition, earning the nickname 'Malian Messi' while performing well for Academie Africa Foot and the Mali U17s. Liverpool has monitored Maiga's development for over a year, alongside Manchester United and Barcelona. PSG has recently intensified its pursuit, making it uncertain if Liverpool can secure the young talent. Discussions within the club regarding Maiga's potential signing are ongoing as they strategize to keep him from joining PSG.

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By the Numbers

•Aboubacar Maiga is a 16-year-old midfielder from Mali.
•Liverpool has been tracking Maiga for over 12 months.
•PSG currently leads the race for Maiga's signature.
•Liverpool recently appointed Andoni Iraola as head coach.
•Maiga is viewed as a key player for his youth teams.

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