Liverpool pursuing PSG forwards Barcola and Mbaye in double deal
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 18, 2026, 9:50 AM
Last updated Aug 18, 2026

Liverpool is making strides to acquire PSG forwards Bradley Barcola and Ibrahima Mbaye, with a combined package reportedly around £155 million. Personal terms have been tentatively agreed with both players. PSG's valuation may become more flexible following their signing of Ajax's Mika Godts. Currently, Barcola's price is estimated around £125 million, while Mbaye could potentially be available for closer to £30 million. Liverpool is prepared to let Cody Gakpo leave for Tottenham but only if replacements are secured.
- •Liverpool targets Barcola and Mbaye from PSG.
- •Total package valued at approximately £155 million.
- •Barcola's price has shifted to around £125 million.
- •Mbaye may be available for about £30 million.
- •Cody Gakpo's departure hinges on new signings.
- 9:50 AMYahoo Sports — Report: Liverpool ready to push hard to sign two forwards
"Liverpool Transfer News: Barcola and Mbaye Talks Gather Pace in Potential £155m PSG Double DealLiverpool’s summer looks like it could get expensive, quickly. According to TeamTalk, the club have ma...
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