Liverpool come up short in pursuit of Barcelona star

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Premier League giants Liverpool have seen their hopes of landing Barcelona star Marc Bernal dashed. This comes amid widespread confirmation that the youngster has agreed to a new long-term contract…

Premier League giants Liverpool have seen their hopes of landing Barcelona star Marc Bernal dashed. This comes amid widespread confirmation that the youngster has agreed to a new long-term contract in Catalunya’s capital.

Liverpool, it is understood, are one of a number of clubs to have expressed an interest in luring Bernal away from Barcelona of late.

Reds head coach Andoni Iraola is a keen admirer of the talents of his fellow countryman, with those in a position of power at Anfield having therefore been readying a move for his signature.

According to English outlet TEAMtalk, as cited by Diario Sport :

> ‘The English club planned to offer around €60 million in the summer of 2027.’

Liverpool, along with any other clubs with hope of convincing Bernal of the merits of a future away from Hansi Flick’s squad, however, will need to look elsewhere for reinforcements in the middle of the park.

The 19-year-old has agreed to the terms of a new deal with Barcelona through the summer of 2031, featuring a €500 million release clause.

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