Vinicius Jr. might have given Liverpool unwanted transfer problem it didn't see coming

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Liverpool FC NewsTransfer NewsLiverpool FCThe transfer window continues to provide twists and turns, with a decisions surrounding Vinicius Junior set to throw a potential transfer problem in the direction of Liverpool.Vinicius Jr. could impact Liverpool's transfer business this summer(Image: (Photo by Antonio Pozo / Pressinphoto / Icon Sport))Liverpool will be keeping a keen eye on how the transfer window is playing out in the final weeks, as the club remains busy in trying to get a deal or two over the line before the market closes.The Reds have confirmed two signings so far, adding Jeremy Jacquet after agreeing a move back in February, before bringing Victor Munoz into the forward ranks.There are still plans to get another player or two through the doors at Anfield, especially in the forward areas, with Andoni Iraola telling the recruitment team he wants a new winger in the market.Two key targets appear to be on the table. The first is Ibrahim Mbaye, as Liverpool eyes up a deal for the PSG youngster, who could be available this summer.That move appears to be less advanced than a deal for another PSG star: Bradley Barcola.

The Reds are pushing to sign the Frenchman, after he decided against renewing his contract at the Parc des Princes, which has just two years remaining on it.There is currently a gap in valuation between the two teams, with the discussions seemingly reaching a delicate stage that could decide the whole transfer.For Liverpool, there is a clear risk of the deal not going through if things don't proceed properly, but the club is also looking to get the best deal possible.Unfortunately, moves elsewhere could create chaos. That's because Arsenal could soon become a threat in the transfer picture, after previous links to Barcola in the market.Bradley Barcola continues to be linked with a transfer to Liverpool(Image: (Photo by Tnani Badreddine/DeFodi Images/DeFodi via Getty Images))The Gunners didn't initially proceed with a move for the Frenchman.

Instead it emerged that Real Madrid star Vinicius Jr. was a target for the club, as he entered the final year of his contract.However, the Brazilian has signed a new six-year contract extension with Los Blancos, ending any hopes of Arsenal completing a switch for the star.That could now see them switch focus to Barcola, considering the lack of other quality options on the market, with only a few weeks remaining to get deals over the line.It creates a potential domino effect from Vinicius' new contract to Liverpool possibly missing out on Barcola, which every fan would dread happening.It remains to be seen whether Arsenal will return to the table for the 23-year-old, with the Reds certainly hoping that doesn't happen in the final weeks of the summer market.Liverpool will continue pushing hard, but may need to act swiftly to ensure that the priority target gets over the line and is pictured in Merseyside and not North London.Choose Liverpool.com as a 'Preferred Source' on Google News for quick access to the news you value.Liverpool FCReal Madrid CFBradley Barcola