Overview
- Andoni Iraola said on Saturday that Barcola is not in a bad moment and called the forward a "super valuable player" who can play across the front line.
- Barcola has not yet scored or assisted in five appearances for Liverpool and has created only two chances while completing one dribble, according to match data reported on Saturday.
- French outlets delivered sharp criticism of Barcola after France’s 4-1 Nations League win over Belgium, highlighting his lack of end product in that game.
- With Alexander Isak and Cody Gakpo ruled out, Iraola indicated Barcola could be used as a centre‑forward for Sunday’s visit of Manchester City, turning the fixture into a practical test of his adaptability.
- Barcola arrived from Paris Saint‑Germain in a package reported up to £123m and his PSG record of 152 appearances with about 39 goals and 35 assists sets high expectations that are shaping media scrutiny and short‑term team decisions.