Overview
- Liverpool are preparing a new proposal for Crystal Palace winger Ismaïla Sarr after an opening offer of about £50 million was rejected, multiple reports said on Friday.
- Crystal Palace hold strong leverage because Sarr has three years left on his contract and the club has resisted sales this summer, making Palace reluctant to sanction another key departure.
- Liverpool have also progressed on a separate deal for PSG winger Bradley Barcola reported to be worth around £100 million, a signing that will affect how the club prioritises and funds further arrivals.
- Saudi Pro League side Al Ittihad and other suitors are monitoring Sarr’s situation, and there are unconfirmed reports he has been training separately at Palace’s Copers Cope base, though personal terms are not expected to be a major obstacle if clubs agree a fee.
- Sarr scored 21 goals in 45 appearances last season and his proven Premier League output makes him an attractive target, but the early‑September transfer deadline means any second bid could force quick decisions on sales and squad roles at Liverpool.