National TeamsJuly 27, 20263 min readPolish version

Arsenal and Liverpool linked with move for Bradley Barcola

Bradley Barcola is at the centre of fresh transfer speculation involving Arsenal and Liverpool in the latest round-up of market rumours.

Arsenal and Liverpool linked with move for Bradley Barcola

Bradley Barcola has emerged as one of the headline names in the latest transfer speculation, with Arsenal and Liverpool both mentioned as potential suitors in a rumour round-up that also touches on Vinícius Júnior, Pedro Neto, Ollie Watkins and Mohamed Salah.

Barcola linked with Arsenal and Liverpool

The strongest thread in the latest gossip concerns Barcola, with Arsenal and Liverpool both credited with interest in the Paris Saint-Germain forward. Arsenal are said to be considering him as one option in their search for attacking reinforcement, while Liverpool are described as the current favourites if they are willing to meet PSG’s reported asking price.

Arsenal are also linked with Vinícius Júnior, although that route appears less straightforward. The Real Madrid forward is said to want to remain where he is, which could complicate any attempt to bring him to north London.

There is also fresh speculation around movement at Real Madrid more broadly. The source suggests the picture could shift if the Spanish club complete a deal for Yan Diomande, while Endrick has also been mentioned as a possible departure later in the window.

Premier League attackers in demand

Elsewhere, Everton’s Iliman Ndiaye is being linked with Al-Hilal of the Saudi Pro League. Pedro Neto is another wide player attracting attention, with Liverpool and Manchester City both named alongside Saudi clubs in the rumour mill.

Chelsea’s wider financial picture is also referenced in connection with Neto, with the suggestion that outgoing business may be needed after a major outlay on Morgan Rogers. At Manchester City, Savinho is mentioned as a player who could move on, with Tottenham cited as a possible destination if space is needed for another arrival.

United focus on centre-forward options

Manchester United, according to the same report, are looking less at wide players and more at central attacking options. Ollie Watkins is mentioned as a possible target if Joshua Zirzkee departs, with Juventus said to be interested in the Dutch forward.

There is also a note on Harry Amass, who could leave United for Coventry either on loan or on a permanent deal. That possibility has in turn fed discussion around Lewis Hall.

Palhinha and Salah among other names in the frame

João Palhinha’s future remains uncertain in the latest round of speculation. Bayern Munich’s squad planning is presented as a factor that could open the door to a move, with Aston Villa mentioned, although the midfielder is said to prefer staying put. Benfica are also brought into the conversation, with Marco Silva reportedly interested in taking him on loan.

Mohamed Salah is another high-profile name still featuring in the rumour cycle after leaving Liverpool. Besiktas are mentioned as a possible next destination, while Saudi clubs remain in the frame. Sporting Kansas from MLS have also been linked.

  • Arsenal and Liverpool are both linked with Bradley Barcola.
  • Arsenal are also mentioned in connection with Vinícius Júnior.
  • Pedro Neto is being linked with Liverpool, Manchester City and Saudi clubs.
  • Manchester United are said to be focusing on centre-forward options, including Ollie Watkins.
  • Mohamed Salah is reportedly attracting interest from Besiktas, Saudi clubs and Sporting Kansas.

As ever with transfer-rumour season, the volume of names is high and certainty is low. But Barcola’s situation stands out as one of the more eye-catching storylines, particularly with both Arsenal and Liverpool drawn into the same conversation.

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