Liverpool have been looking into the possibility of signing Paris Saint-Germain's teenage winger Ibrahim Mbaye. The 18-year-old, who mainly plays on the right wing, is believed to be interested in making a move to Anfield. Mbaye is one of several targets Liverpool are considering as they aim to strengthen their wide attacking areas, a priority for the club in this transfer window.
Liverpool also have a strong interest in Mbaye's PSG teammate Bradley Barcola, although they have yet to make a formal offer for either player. The interest in Mbaye is separate from any potential move for Barcola.
It is possible that Liverpool could sign Mbaye and another more experienced winger. As things stand, PSG's valuation of Barcola makes a deal for him difficult. Liverpool plan to have five wingers by the end of the window, including a younger player they want to develop. New Liverpool boss Andoni Iraola views his wide men as crucial to his philosophy, which is why the club is focusing on this area of the squad in his first transfer window.
Mbaye, who has come through the PSG youth system, made his debut at the age of 16 and has since become a Senegal international. He made history at the 2026 World Cup by becoming the youngest African to score in the tournament.
The excitement around Mbaye is understandable, given his positional fit for what Liverpool require in this transfer window. The loss of Mohamed Salah has left a gap that Mbaye could potentially fill. Although Mbaye is still early in his professional career, he has shown himself to be effective on both wings and has a huge prospect ahead of him. With PSG prioritizing the present, there is competition ahead of Mbaye in the French capital, presenting an opportunity for Liverpool to sign one of the stars of the future.