According to reports, Arsenal has made an inquiry on a possible transfer for Bradley Barcola, a winger for Paris Saint-Germain. The 23-year-old France international has been strongly linked in recent weeks to a move to the Premier League, and there are whispers that he may be willing to leave the Parc des Princes in 2026 if the right offer comes in.
Before Barcola moved to PSG in 2023, Chelsea was eager to recruit him, but Arsenal and Liverpool have surfaced as potential bidders for the 23-year-old while he was a member of Luis Enrique’s team. According to a report from TEAMtalk, both Premier League teams have really made enquiries about Barcola’s move this year.
Barcola’s current contract at PSG has two and a half years left on it, and the French powerhouses are reportedly planning to set up contract extension talks in an effort to secure new terms and put an end to rumours that he is leaving.
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According to sources who spoke with our transfer insider Graeme Bailey, Barcola is thinking about his long-term future at PSG; hence, Arsenal has made an attempt to sign him.
It’s unknown if Barcola will sign an extension before his contract expires in June 2028. He fears that rivalry from players like Desire Doue and Khvicha Kvaratskhelia might hinder his growth.
Intermediaries have been negotiating a possible transfer with a number of teams, including Arsenal. If Arsenal initiates formal negotiations for the 23-year-old, they may have competition from Liverpool, Bayern Munich, Chelsea, and Manchester City.
According to recent French reports, Arsenal is anticipated to make a strong move to entice Barcola away from PSG. The signing fee for Barcola might reach €100 million (£87 million). In addition to Barcola, RB Leipzig sensation Yan Diomande, who is expected to depart the Bundesliga team for a sum over €100 million, is also being pursued by Arsenal and Liverpool this year.
