Bradley Barcola has returned to team training in a huge injury boost for PSG ahead of their hosting of Liverpool in the Champions League.
Fabrizio Romano confirmed the news in question on X (formerly Twitter) on Tuesday morning, a day ahead of the clash.
The France international had been sidelined for several weeks after having sprained his ankle during the 3-0 away win at Chelsea in the round of 16.
It remains to be seen whether the timing will preclude Barcola from involvement in the tie either way.
🚨 Bradley Barcola, back in team training ahead of Paris Saint-Germain game against Liverpool. pic.twitter.com/FpGGrgr2E0
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) April 7, 2026
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Liverpool’s policy around returning stars – as we’ve seen recently with Alexander Isak’s exclusion from the 4-0 defeat to Manchester City – would almost certainly mean the Frenchman would miss out on Wednesday.
Judging by Luis Enrique’s comments on the matter, one might reasonably suggest a return against the Reds in the second leg clash at Anfield is a likely option.
“I can’t give you information [if he’ll be back for the first leg],” the PSG boss told the press (via yahoo!sports).
“I know you can’t ask Bradley Barcola the question, but when I talk to him, I ask him how he feels.
“But nothing specific, there is no rush. The most important thing for us is that he makes a good recovery. After that, when will he be ready? I don’t know, we have to wait and see his progress.”
There’s no question that having Liverpool-linked Bradley Barcola available for one of the legs will be a boost.
The left-sided winger has been one of the most outstanding performers in Ligue 1 this term. Indeed, Fotmob consider the 23-year-old (7.49/10) one of the top three wingers in French top-flight football in 2025/26, ahead of Desire Doue and Kvicha Kvaratskhelia.
It’s no secret why the Reds are understood to be firm admirers of the footballer when looking at his ability on the ball.
* Bradley Barcola’s per 90 stats in the 2025/26 Ligue 1 season (Fotmob)
You’d be hard-pressed to find a single Liverpool fan who would be opposed to the idea of the club signing Barcola this summer.
Though… equally hard-pressed, perhaps, to find a fan who seriously believes we could pull off the feat.
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