Arsenal Eye PSG's Bradley Barcola as Morgan Rogers Alternative Arsenal are intensifying their pursuit of Paris St-Germain forward Bradley Barcola as a potential alternative to England international Morgan Rogers, with the Gunners planning to assess the 23-year-old winger during France’s World Cup last-32 clash against Sweden. The move comes amid growing uncertainty over Rogers’ future at Aston Villa, where the club has reportedly placed a £130m valuation on the player, making a transfer to Arsenal highly unlikely. Barcola, who began his career at Lyon before joining PSG in 2023, is being closely monitored by Arsenal’s recruitment team as a viable replacement. The Gunners’ interest in Barcola has been ongoing, but recent developments have heightened their focus. PSG’s decision to pursue RB Leipzig’s Yan Diomande, which has led to a protracted transfer process, may create opportunities for Barcola. The French forward’s current contract with PSG expires in the summer of 2028, meaning any potential move to Arsenal would involve significantly lower fees compared to Rogers, whose Villa contract runs until 2031. If PSG is open to selling Barcola this summer, Arsenal are expected to be among the clubs making a strong bid, with Liverpool also believed to be tracking the player. Rogers, who has been a key figure for Villa, remains a top target for Arsenal, but the £130m price tag has raised concerns. Villa’s valuation is seen as a major obstacle, as it would require Arsenal to navigate a complex financial arrangement. In contrast, Barcola’s availability on a shorter-term deal makes him an attractive option, particularly given his versatility as a winger and his potential to contribute immediately to Arsenal’s attacking options.#arsenal #leeds_united #bradley_barcola #morgan_rogers #paris_stgermain
