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Analysis: Why Liverpool Want to Sign Ibrahim Mbaye

Liverpool are in talks over a deal for the 18-year-old PSG forward...

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Ben Pescod
Aug 07, 2026
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So, Liverpool are looking to pull off something brilliant. By all accounts Richard Hughes is attempting to complete a double deal with Paris Saint Germain to secure both Bradley Barcola and Ibrahim Mbaye.

For many supporters, Barcola will be a familiar figure. But what about Mbaye? Just why are Liverpool so keen to sign the Senegalese international.

He’s only 18-years-old but already has over 40 senior appearances under his belt for Paris Saint Germain’s first-team.

In terms of his profile the things that stands out about him first and foremost is the fact that he is a right-winger by trade and Liverpool desperately need someone who can play that position following Mo Salah’s departure.

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