AELiverpool Football Club has reached an agreement with Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) to sign forward Bradley Barcola for a fee of up to £123 million, with an initial payment of £106 million and potential add-ons of £17 million. The 23-year-old French player, who scored three goals for France during the 2026 World Cup, is expected to undergo a medical examination in Liverpool over the weekend and will miss the upcoming Premier League match against Nottingham Forest. Barcola's signing could impact the future of current Liverpool winger Cody Gakpo, as Manchester City has shown interest in the Dutch player. Manager Andoni Iraola expressed a desire to retain Gakpo, highlighting his influence on the team despite uncertainty about his future.
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