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McAteer prefers Barcola over Diomande for Liverpool signing

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 18, 2026, 10:35 AM

Last updated Jul 18, 2026

McAteer prefers Barcola over Diomande for Liverpool signing

Summary

Former Liverpool midfielder Jason McAteer has expressed his preference for Bradley Barcola as the winger to sign this summer over Yan Diomande. Both players were linked to Liverpool, but Barcola's reported experience, including two Champions League titles, gives him an edge according to McAteer. Personal terms with Barcola reportedly were agreed, but he chose Paris Saint-Germain. Diomande remains a target for Liverpool as the club looks to secure a marquee addition before the summer transfer window closes on September 1. Financial commitments for Barcola may exceed £115 million, challenging the Reds' pursuit.

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By the Numbers

•McAteer prefers Barcola over Diomande for Liverpool.
•Barcola has more European experience than Diomande.
•Liverpool looks to finalize a signing before September 1.
•PSG values Barcola at over £115 million.
•Diomande remains a potential target for Liverpool.

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What they're saying

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Bradley Barcola and Yan Diomande are the two names who’ve been mentioned most prominently in terms of potential incomings at Liverpool so far this summer.The Reds were strongly linked with the teena...
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