Bradley Barcola is aiming to win the Premier League after completing his move to Liverpool from Paris Saint-Germain for an initial £106m, which could rise to £123m. The France international has signed a five-year deal. Andoni Iraola has prioritised signing wingers this summer after replacing Arne Slot.
Barcola follows the arrival of Victor Muñoz as the former Bournemouth head coach aims to rebuild the front line. First of all, winning the Premier League – it’s one of my biggest dreams in my life. It is to do that and to stay in this team in the long term – that’s why I signed a long contract – and I hope I can do it.” Barcola, who will be 24 on Wednesday, was a long-term target for Liverpool, who have tracked his progress over a number of seasons.
Completing the transfer has been delayed while PSG waited to make signings to compensate for the exit of the former Lyon player, who attracted interested from other clubs but was adamant that he was willing only to join Liverpool. The Frenchman will probably be Liverpool’s final incoming but this could change if Cody Gakpo departs for Manchester City. Liverpool would consider selling the Dutchman only if they felt it were in their interests.
Liverpool have targeted younger players in this window, evidenced by the signings of 21-year-old Jérémy Jacquet and the 23-year-old Muñoz in the hope of building a squad for the long term.
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