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  "id": 5309207,
  "title": "Iraola hails Barcola’s mentality after blockbuster Liverpool move",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/03/iraola-hails-barcolas-mentality-after-blockbuster-liverpool-move-5309207",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-03T10:14:52.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Free Malaysia Today",
    "slug": "free-malaysia-today",
    "url": "https://www.freemalaysiatoday.com/category/sports/2026/09/03/iraola-hails-barcola-s-mentality-after-blockbuster-liverpool-move"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Liverpool boss Andoni Iraola praised Bradley Barcola's mentality after the club agreed to a record £124 million fee for the French winger on Monday. The Paris St-Germain player became the second-most expensive signing in Liverpool's history, surpassing the £125 million paid for Alexander Isak last year. Iraola expressed his satisfaction with Barcola's desire to join Liverpool, stating that the player's commitment to the club was a positive sign. The Spaniard also noted Barcola's willingness to help the team, praising his recent achievements and training performance. With the arrival of Barcola, the expensively assembled Liverpool attack now includes Alexander Isak, Hugo Ekitike, and Florian Wirtz. While Cody Gakpo's future remains uncertain after being linked with a potential move, Iraola confirmed that the Frenchman remains a valuable player for the club.",
  "summary": "The Liverpool boss welcomed the signing of Bradley Barcola, saying he would be available for Friday's match at Ipswich.",
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        "outlet": "Free Malaysia Today",
        "title": "Iraola hails Barcola’s mentality after blockbuster Liverpool move",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/03/iraola-hails-barcolas-mentality-after-blockbuster-liverpool-move",
        "published": "2026-09-03T10:14:52.000Z"
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      {
        "outlet": "Punch",
        "title": "EPL: Liverpool coach Iraola happy with club’s summer signings",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/03/epl-liverpool-coach-iraola-happy-with-clubs-summer-signings",
        "published": "2026-09-03T13:08:29.000Z"
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}