Paul Joyce

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The Times

PSG's 145million valuation of Barcola is proving problematic. As a result, Liverpool are considering a number of options with Mbaye, among those being studied. Liverpool will only buy Barcola or Mbaye, Not both. Reds also looking at Djed Spence as RB option.

Everton confirm Hayden Hackney as joined for an initial fee of £16.5m from Middlesbrough. "It feels like a good fit for me," he said. "I think it's a given that you work hard, you run, you make tackles and hope we finish mid table. I'll be doing that."

Liverpool are targeting a right-back, a defensive midfielder and two wide attackers this summer. The picture could alter should there be further outgoings. Liverpool's interest in Yan Diomande remains, although there is an acceptance that any deal may take time to progress.

Liverpool scrap plans for three years of ticket price increases. There will be an inflationary increase of 3 percent to general admission tickets for season 2026/27, followed by a price freeze for season 2027/28. Further discussions will take place with the Supporters Board for future seasons.