Liverpool are preparing an official bid for Paris Saint-Germain forward Bradley Barcola, sources told ESPN.
The Reds have held preliminary talks with his representatives and the player is keen on a move to Anfield.
Barcola, who is out of contract in 2028, is thought to be valued at around €150 million (£128.5m/$170.9m).
Liverpool are in the market for a new elite winger following the departure of Mohamed Salah at the end of last season.
They have a long-held interest in Barcola, who has made clear he will not sign a new contract at PSG.
The France international made 49 appearances for PSG last season, registering 13 goals and seven assists to help the club retain both the Ligue 1 title and the Champions League.
Competition in wide areas with Khvicha Kvaratskhelia and Désiré Doué limited the forward’s game time and sources told ESPN he is eager for a new challenge.
Barcola, who scored three goals in eight appearances for France at this summer’s World Cup, predominantly plays on the left but can also operate on the right.
