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Liverpool makes approach for Brighton winger Yankuba Minteh

4 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 22, 2026, 6:55 AM

Last updated Aug 22, 2026

Liverpool makes approach for Brighton winger Yankuba Minteh

Summary

Liverpool has initiated contact with Brighton regarding a potential transfer for winger Yankuba Minteh. The 22-year-old Gambia international, recovering from a leg injury, has a record of 10 goals and nine assists in 73 appearances with Brighton. Following the departure of Mohamed Salah, Liverpool aims to enhance their wide attacking options, with Minteh being one of several targets. The club previously signed Victor Munoz for £34 million and remains keen on PSG’s Bradley Barcola, though negotiations have stalled over the fee. Liverpool appears determined to explore options before the transfer window closes.

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Status Watch

•Liverpool approaches Brighton for Yankuba Minteh.
•Minteh scored 10 goals and 9 assists for Brighton.
•He is currently recovering from a leg injury.
•Liverpool signed Victor Munoz from Osasuna for £34 million.
•Negotiations with PSG for Bradley Barcola have stalled.

Latest Updates

6:55 AMYahoo Sports — Fabian Hurzeler drops Yankuba Minteh transfer hint amid Liverpool interest
4:27 PMYahoo Sports — Liverpool interested in Brighton winger Minteh
4:26 PMBBC Sport — Liverpool interested in Brighton winger Minteh

What they're saying

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Liverpool Face Minteh Decision as Brighton Prepare for Transfer BattleLiverpool’s pursuit of Yankuba Minteh has moved from background interest to something rather more tangible, and Brighton’s res...
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