Liverpool weigh Barcola move as Mbaye claims are dismissed
Liverpool are waiting on PSG to lower Bradley Barcola's fee further, a risky tactic that could drag on, while Rio Ngumoha is primed for more right-wing minutes.
Liverpool await a fitness update before facing Newcastle, with as many as 11 players across both squads potentially set to miss the Premier League opener.
Liverpool could revive interest in Marseille winger Igor Paixao as a fallback if Bradley Barcola and Ibrahim Mbaye do not arrive, with OM asking €50m.
Lewis Koumas has caught Andoni Iraola's eye in pre-season and could earn a bigger Liverpool role as the Reds seek attacking depth.
Liverpool are among the clubs tracking Boca Juniors midfielder Tomás Aranda, whose €17m release clause could open the door to a move.
Julian Laurens says Liverpool would still need a backup No.9 if they sign Bradley Barcola and Ibrahim Mbaye, especially with Hugo Ekitike injured and Cody Gakpo uncertain.
Cody Gakpo's goal and assist in Liverpool's 2-0 win over Como could lift his value as Spurs interest grows and the Reds weigh a summer sale.
Liverpool have dismissed claims of an agreement for PSG winger Ibrahim Mbaye, insisting interest is only exploratory as they prioritise wide additions.
Ruud Gullit says he criticises Virgil van Dijk because of the standards he expects from Liverpool's captain, and outlines how Cody Gakpo can be used best.
Liverpool start the season with key issues unresolved - replacing Mohamed Salah, an unfinished squad, defensive fragility and doubts over how Iraola's side will improve.
If Curtis Jones leaves amid Inter interest, Liverpool could target Crystal Palace midfielder Adam Wharton, valued at £78m, as Andoni Iraola's ideal replacement.
Jeremy Jacquet's Instagram like has fuelled talk of Liverpool closing in on a £155m double swoop for PSG pair Bradley Barcola and Ibrahim Mbaye.
