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Liverpool transfer news: It's done, incredible deal is now nearing completion

Liverpool are getting closer to a record deal an it's going to be incredible. Once again, we are here in August and there is a genuine feeling that the club has sold itself short.It's been a pretty du...

Liverpool transfer news: It's done, incredible deal is now nearing completion

Liverpool transfer news: It's done, incredible deal is now nearing completion. Liverpool is nearing a record-breaking deal, one that will set a new standard for summer signings. The club's recent sluggish transfer window has left fans disappointed, as they had anticipated a flurry of major signings under new manager Andoni Iraola.

Despite missing out on Yan Diomande and Ronald Araujo, Liverpool is now set to make a significant move for PSG midfielder Bradley Barcola. The reported £125 million price tag for the Dutch player is the same amount Liverpool paid for Alexander Isak earlier this summer, and it has set a new benchmark for transfer fees. Liverpool's squad is in dire need of reinforcements, with key players like Ibrahima Konate, Andy Robertson, and Mohamed Salah all departing this season.

The team is relying heavily on young talent, with Cody Gakpo potentially on the move to Tottenham. By securing Barcola, Liverpool will strengthen their attacking options and provide Cody Gakpo with more playing time if he transfers.

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