Liverpool FC 'ready to abandon Bradley Barcola talks' as Arsenal get clear run
Liverpool FC is reportedly ending negotiations for PSG winger Bradley Barcola due to a high transfer fee, potentially opening the door for Arsenal to pursue the player. Liverpool is now exploring alternative targets to strengthen their squad before the transfer deadline.
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Liverpool are prepared to walk away from talks over the transfer of Bradley Barcola as they struggle to reach an agreement with Paris Saint-Germain, leaving Arsenal on alert.
The Reds are yet to replace Mohamed Salah, who joined Trabzonspor as a free agent last week , and have earmarked the France winger as a top target.
Talks have been ongoing between the clubs for some time, but an agreement is not thought to be close. According to The Athletic, PSG have set their asking price at around £145million.
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