Liverpool have been handed a significant transfer boost in their pursuit of Paris Saint-Germain winger Bradley Barcola, after the 23-year-old was left out of Luis Enrique’s squad for their match against Lens, according to LiveScore. Barcola was also an unused substitute in PSG’s midweek Super Cup victory over Aston Villa.
Liverpool and Arsenal Handed Boost in Pursuit of Bradley Barcola
Liverpool have been heavily linked with the France international, who has already agreed personal terms on a five-year contract, according to LiveScore. While Liverpool are prepared to pay £100m, according to the Independent, PSG have valued the player at around £120m, as reported by LiveScore, with other valuations reaching £145m. Arsenal are also noted as having an interest in the winger, according to the Independent.
PSG teammate Ibrahim Mbaye, who is also of interest to Liverpool, was similarly omitted from the squad to face Lens, following earlier interest by the Reds earlier in the window, according to the Independent and LiveScore.
Manchester City Accept Bid for Rodri and Target Replacements
Manchester City have accepted a £65.4m bid from Barcelona for Rodri, according to the Independent. Spain’s World Cup-winning captain entered the final year of his contract and had been reluctant to sign a new deal, prompting City to sell to avoid losing him on a free transfer.
With two weeks remaining to find a successor, City have identified potential midfield reinforcements. According to the Independent, City are interested in Ayyoub Bouaddi, with Lille manager Davide Ancelotti confirming talks have taken place regarding the Moroccan midfielder. Additionally, Chelsea midfielder Enzo Fernandez has been identified as a possible replacement for Rodri, with Chelsea valuing him at around £120m, according to LiveScore.
Juventus Switch Goalkeeper Targets as Aston Villa Pursue Zion Suzuki
Juventus have officially walked away from talks to sign Aston Villa goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez after the two clubs remained far apart in their valuations, compounded by concerns regarding a finger injury affecting Martinez’s long-term fitness, according to the Independent and LiveScore.
Following their withdrawal from the Martinez deal, Juventus turned their attention to Tottenham goalkeeper Guglielmo Vicario, agreeing to a loan deal containing an option to buy for the 29-year-old, as reported by LiveScore. Meanwhile, Aston Villa are pressing ahead to sign Parma goalkeeper Zion Suzuki in a deal worth up to £34.2m including add-ons, with the Japan international expected to serve as Villa’s first-choice goalkeeper for the Premier League season.
Arsenal Squad Limits and Transfer Updates
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta addressed the futures of Gabriel Martinelli and Ethan Nwaneri after leaving both players out of his squad for the Community Shield final, describing them as “important” for the Premier League champions, according to the Independent. Arteta stated that he has been actively pushing the Premier League to expand squad limits to accommodate more players.
Martinelli turned down a move to Galatasaray following a bid of approximately £39m, according to the Independent. Arteta expressed his disappointment, stating: It’s really sad not to have their availability.
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