Liverpool transfer news: Reds are leading the race to sign PSG gem

Ibrahim Mbaye is reportedly looking to leave Paris Saint-Germain in the upcoming transfer window, according to the English press, which has installed a Premier League giant as the favourite to land him.

One of Paris Saint-Germain's revelations of the early part of the season, Ibrahim Mbaye took advantage of the numerous absences in the French capital club's attacking ranks to rack up minutes and showcase his talent. The Senegalese winger has thus featured in 27 matches this season with the Parisians for one goal and two assists.

Ibrahim Mbaye seeing less and less action at Paris Saint-Germain

At 18, the youngster has also nailed down a spot with the Senegal national team and lifted the Africa Cup of Nations this winter. Upon his return from that tournament, however, the academy graduate has all but vanished from Luis Enrique's rotation, with the Spanish boss welcoming a host of players back from the treatment table. Mbaye notably did not feature in a single match in the Champions League knockout phase and has been limited to a handful of substitute outings in Ligue 1.

Recently tied down on a fresh contract until June 2028, Mbaye finds himself with an uncertain future this summer. His “situation will need to be monitored very closely”, RMC Sport recently reported. On that note, Caught Offside have just landed with fresh updates on the file. “The winger wants to leave Paris Saint-Germain, with Liverpool entering the race to sign him”, reads the headline of the British outlet.

Liverpool the favourites to land the Paris Saint-Germain gem

Indicators suggest that Mbaye could indeed leave the European champions this summer in search of more regular minutes and to continue his development. His profile is being keenly tracked across the Premier League, with Liverpool now described as in pole position to sign him. The Reds are looking to overhaul their attacking ranks following Mohamed Salah's expected departure and are considering the young Paris Saint-Germain man.

It should be noted that Newcastle United and Aston Villa are weighing up moves for Mbaye this summer, while Manchester City, West Ham United and Brighton & Hove Albion are described as monitors of his situation. The Paris Saint-Germain stance on their hugely promising 18-year-old gem will need to be ascertained in this dossier, with the youngster yet to seriously challenge Luis Enrique's pecking order.