The France international has caught the attention of Premier League clubs after making clear his desire to move to Anfield. Sources close to the player suggest he grew up admiring the Merseyside club, with his interest dating back to his childhood in Lyon.
The 23-year-old spent more than a decade at Lyon before joining PSG, and those who coached him during his formative years noted his exceptional talent even at a young age. One former academy coach who worked with him in the youth ranks observed that the winger possessed natural goal-scoring instincts from an early age.
Speaking about his early impressions, the coach explained that Barcola demonstrated an ability to find the net from various positions and situations, whether after dribbling or with acrobatic attempts, sometimes in unexpected circumstances. What stood out most was his genuine passion for the game, combined with a talent for creating space and taking on opponents.
PSG are seeking more than £140million for their attacker, a figure that would exceed the record fee Liverpool paid for Alexander Isak last summer. While the French club hold firm on their valuation, Liverpool are reportedly working to find a middle ground before the upcoming transfer deadline.
Barcola has been absent from PSG’s opening two competitive fixtures this campaign, sitting out the Super Cup victory over Aston Villa and the Trophee des Champions defeat to Lens. Should a deal be reached, he is expected to operate on the left side of attack, with Rio Ngumoha anticipated to feature on the opposite wing.