Liverpool track Bradley Bakra, forward plans continue
As attention shifts from short-term turbulence to long-term team development, Liverpool’s transfer thinking begins to take center stage. According to the reported report daily briefingThe club has shown interest in PSG winger Bradley Bakla, a Champions League winner who considered a move to Anfield earlier this year.
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This development comes against a raucous backdrop. Mohamed Salah’s post-match interview after the 3-3 draw with Leeds United dominated the headlines, raising familiar questions about Liverpool’s succession plans on the right wing. Even if Salah fulfills the remaining 18 months of his contract, recruiters are clearly planning for the future, with Antoine Semenho reportedly close to agreeing personal terms.
What stands out most from this report is that Liverpool’s thinking is not limited to one side.
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Bakola’s situation at PSG makes him an interesting market opportunity. Despite being admired by both clubs, Real Madrid and Manchester United, he was not a regular starter under Luis Enrique, opening the door to a potential move. PSG are said to be keen on extending his contract, but sources say the France international is likely to assess his options.
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This openness is important. Fabrice Hawkins claimed Bakla “seriously considered” Liverpool during the summer transfer window, hinting at the groundwork that had already been laid. From a recruitment perspective, this would put Liverpool in a strong position if conditions align in 2026.
Bakla’s performance this season has been mixed. Five goals this season and just two since mid-September, all in Ligue 1. On the surface, this may not seem like much, but Liverpool’s data-driven models rarely focus solely on raw numbers.
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Whether Liverpool can truly lure Bakla will depend largely on PSG’s determination and the player’s own desire for change. As last season’s Champions League winner, Bakla may still believe that Paris provides the best platform.
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From a proponent’s perspective, the report is both reassuring and persuasive. Reassuringly, this confirms that Liverpool are already planning beyond Salah, not emotionally but strategically. This is telling because Bakola is not a similar replacement, he represents the broader evolution of the forward line.
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Slott’s Liverpool thrived on liquidity. Wide players need to score, create, press and rotate positions seamlessly. Bakola’s underlying data suggests the system is a good fit. The lack of depth on the left side has been a silent concern all season long, overshadowed only by availability and results, and it seems inevitable that recruiting will address it.
There’s another exciting factor here. The 23-year-old Champions League winner, who is among the elite in European statistics and has been tempted by Liverpool, is exactly what fans have come to expect from a top club.
Of course, PSG rarely sells cheap, and competition will be fierce. But Liverpool won the league title under a new manager and that changed perceptions. This no longer feels like speculative interest. It feels like preparation.
If Barcola does come to fruition in 2026, few supporters would question its logic. Whenever that moment finally arrives, it will mark continuity, ambition and a clear plan for life after Salah.