Premier League
Liverpool is closely monitoring the situation of Marc Bernal, who has lost space within FC Barcelona's rotation due to Rodri's arrival. The next Liverpool signing will be a top-level midfielder.
As confirmed by journalist Juan Jesús, the Anfield board is acting under the direct request of coach Andoni Iraola, who is asking for a holding midfielder to rotate with a player valued at €30.00 million on Transfermarkt.
Andoni Iraola's Request and Marc Bernal's Situation at FC Barcelona
The 19-year-old midfielder has a contract with FC Barcelona until June 2029 and has earned 3 caps with the Spanish U-21 national team. However, if the youth product experiences a lack of minutes in LaLiga in the coming months, the player's representatives will formally consider a change in the summer transfer window.
Andoni Iraola aims to bring in a defensive midfielder to complement the British midfield alongside Alexis Mac Allister, Dominik Szoboszlai, and Ryan Gravenberch, identifying the Barça youth player as the ideal fit for that role.
Competition in the Premier League with Manchester United and Chelsea
Liverpool's interest in the U-21 international is not exclusive in the British Isles, as Manchester United and Chelsea are also keeping tabs on his contractual situation in Spain. Both English clubs believe that the €30.00 million release clause and valuation are affordable in the European market.
The Reds' sporting direction aims to get ahead of their Premier League rivals by offering the player guarantees of playing time in top continental competitions.
The Financial Feasibility of the Transfer Between Anfield and Barcelona
Liverpool's board plans to use funds from the 2027 summer window to carry out the transfer without compromising the team's salary cap. Meanwhile, the Catalan club's leadership would only consider a sale if the midfielder requests to leave due to lack of playing time in the first team.
The Anfield executives trust that Iraola's presence on the bench will be a decisive factor in convincing the player's environment.
Liverpool's scouts will personally attend FC Barcelona's matches during November and December 2026 to assess the progress of the youth player.
If Marc Bernal continues to lack minutes at FC Barcelona, Liverpool will make a significant move to secure his signing and fulfill Andoni Iraola's wish.
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