Would Bradley Barcola Transfer Fix Liverpool’s Problems?

BusinessSportsMoneyWould Bradley Barcola Transfer Fix Liverpool’s Problems?ByGraham Ruthven,Contributor.Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I am a soccer writer based in the United KingdomFollow AuthorAug 20, 2026, 07:47am EDT--:-- / --:--This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA - JULY 18: Bradley Barcola #12 of France reacts after the 4-6 loss during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Bronze Final between France and England at Miami Stadium on July 18, 2026 in Miami Gardens, Florida. (Photo by Sarah Stier - FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images)FIFA via Getty ImagesMost Liverpool fans expected their club to have a big summer. This was certainly the case when Arne Slot was replaced by Andoni Iraola as manager following the end of the 2025/26 season. This was predicted to be the start of a transformational period for the Anfield club. So far, though, Iraola’s appointment has been a false start.As things stand, Liverpool has made just two permanent signings this summer. One of those was a deal completed in February with Jeremy Jacquet only making the move to Merseyside once the transfer window opened. The other was for Victor Munoz, a winger most expect to be a depth option for the Reds.Liverpool manager Andoni Iraola applauds the fans following the pre-season match at Anfield, Liverpool. Picture date: Sunday August 16, 2026. (Photo by Peter Byrne/PA Images via Getty Images)PA Images via Getty ImagesRonald Araujo has joined on loan from Barcelona to give Iraola more depth in the defensive ranks. The Uruguayan fell down the pecking order at the Camp Nou and is hopeful that a switch to the Premier League will revitalise him. Araujo, however, isn’t a long-term addition for the Anfield club.With less than two weeks of the summer transfer window left, it’s not clear what Liverpool will do. Bradley Barcola has been consistently mentioned as a target, but Paris Saint-Germain i...