Liverpool pursues Illia Zabarnyi and Bradley Barcola from PSG

Liverpool is actively engaged in discussions regarding potential transfers of PSG defender Illia Zabarnyi and forward Bradley Barcola as they seek to enhance their squad ahead of the new season. The club has been focused on improving its defensive depth, which has been underscored by pre-season performances and injuries among current players like Conor Bradley and Giovanni Leoni. Liverpool's head coach, Andoni Iraola, acknowledged the need for reinforcement, with Zabarnyi's experience and profile fitting their recruitment strategy. Negotiations for both players are said to be progressing positively, though financial considerations from PSG regarding Zabarnyi's earlier acquisition could complicate this potential move.

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