Liverpool Prepare Bid for Yankuba Minteh

A potential bid would seek a Salah-style wide player facing negotiation risk from Brighton's valuation and Minteh's mixed form.

Overview

Multiple outlets reported on Wednesday and Thursday that Liverpool view Yankuba Minteh as a leading alternative and could make a formal approach in the next two weeks.
The interest follows Liverpool's earlier pursuit of Yan Diomande and fits their need to recruit at least two wingers after Mohamed Salah's departure.
Brighton hold negotiating leverage because Minteh has a long contract through 2029 and the club is said to value him far higher than third-party estimates.
Analysts note Minteh is a tactical fit as a left-footed attacker on the right with Premier League experience, but his 2025/26 season was inconsistent with seven goal contributions.
Liverpool continue to keep a wider shortlist and have already signed Victor Muñoz, meaning any Minteh move would be weighed against cost, form risk, and rival transfer activity.