Liverpool's Shocking Stance on Bradley Barcola's Blockbuster Move Revealed

Liverpool are expected to pass on their rumored pursuit of Paris Saint-Germain winger Bradley Barcola, due to the rise of 16-year-old prodigy Rio Ngumoha.

The Merseyside club capitalized on the chance to transfer Luis Díaz to Bayern Munich last month, maximizing a scenario where the Colombian forward had openly indicated his willingness to explore alternative opportunities.

This has potentially left a void in Liverpool's forward line, though Cody Gakpo is anticipated to feature regularly on the left wing, with Florian Wirtz and Hugo Ekitiké also able to operate in wide positions and the Premier League title holders continuing their pursuit of Alexander Isak for the striker position.

Connections to Barcola, who recorded 42 goals and assists for PSG during the previous campaign, surfaced from France on Wednesday, with L'Équipe indicating Liverpool have been monitoring the 22-year-old for "an extended period".

A subsequent L'Équipe article published just hours afterward introduced Barcola's perspective, revealing his intention to remain at PSG and secure a contract extension—with negotiations already underway. Apart from "personal disappointments" last autumn, he has "never shown interest in departing" and turned down Bayern Munich, who subsequently acquired Díaz.

The Athletic reports that Liverpool are not inclined to make a bid regardless. With numerous established senior options in attacking roles, the Reds also wish to proceed carefully while fostering Ngumoha's growth. Liverpool "don't want to take any action" that might hinder his advancement, following an impressive breakthrough during pre-season preparations.

Acquiring Barcola is seen as a "development obstacle" for the former Chelsea youth player.

For comparable reasons, any move for Rodrygo—marginalized at Real Madrid—is also improbable.

Liverpool have already invested £295 million ($394.5 million) this summer, establishing a new club record for a single transfer period. This figure would climb well beyond £400 million ($534.9 million) if an agreement for Isak—which would itself establish a new British benchmark—materializes.

With a fresh Nike partnership beginning, player departures, substantial prize money from competitive achievements and a conservative transfer window last summer, Liverpool's Premier League PSR position is exceptionally robust.