Liverpool could have an attacking overhaul this summer and will likely need to find replacements
Liverpool’s forward line is no longer built around a fixed front three. Instead, Arne Slot has a group of versatile, interchangeable attackers — all capable of playing multiple roles. While Mohamed Salah remains the undisputed starter on the right, the rest of the forward line offers unpredictability, flexibility, and depth.
However, with quality comes attention. Luis Diaz has been heavily linked with a move to Barcelona, and if he does depart, Liverpool may be forced to find a high-level replacement.
One of the names previously linked was PSG’s Bradley Barcola. The 22-year-old winger is highly rated and was reportedly on Liverpool’s radar even before he joined the French champions. Recent reports even suggested the Reds were ready to spend £100m to sign him this summer.
But according to Fabrizio Romano, Barcola will not be going anywhere. The trusted journalist confirmed that PSG and manager Luis Enrique have no intention of letting him leave, with the winger seen as an important part of the club’s plans for next season.
Barcola enjoyed an outstanding season, registering 40 goal involvements across all competitions as PSG completed a treble and lifted the Champions League. While Ligue 1 may not match the Premier League’s level, Barcola’s impact on the European stage — including his performance against Liverpool — showed his quality against elite opposition.
Though a move this summer is off the table, Liverpool’s longstanding interest suggests the story isn’t over yet. Should the time come to refresh their attack further, Barcola could be one of the top names in the mix. With age on his side and an already impressive résumé, it may only be a matter of time before the French star finds himself back on Liverpool’s radar.