Report: Liverpool ready to push hard to sign 18-year-old forward

Liverpool are intensifying their pursuit of 18-year-old forward Ibrahim Mbaye, with reports indicating that the club is actively pushing to sign the Paris Saint-Germain talent. The teenager has signaled a desire to move on from PSG, making him an attractive option for the Liverpool interest. Andoni Iraola, the Liverpool head coach, views Mbaye as a perfect fit for his high-intensity attacking system, a sentiment that has been conveyed directly to the player.

Mbaye's camp has reportedly appointed super-agent Jorge Mendes to oversee his departure, signaling a more decisive phase in the negotiations. The French champions PSG are reportedly seeking a transfer value of around €50 million (£43m/$58m), a figure Liverpool finds acceptable. Moreover, personal terms are not anticipated to pose significant challenges in the event negotiations progress.

With Manchester City also showing interest, Mbaye's transfer to Liverpool has become increasingly likely, positioning him as a realistic and high-upside target for the Reds, aligning perfectly with their tactical demands and age profile.