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Liverpool prepares significant bid for Yankuba Minteh ahead of season start

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 21, 2026, 7:40 PM

Last updated Aug 21, 2026

Liverpool prepares significant bid for Yankuba Minteh ahead of season start

Summary

Liverpool is preparing a substantial bid for Yankuba Minteh as the Premier League season approaches. With Richard Hughes on the verge of departing for Al Hilal, the club is under pressure to strengthen its squad. Liverpool has reportedly had an initial £50 million offer rejected by Brighton and may increase their bid. The need for a winger has been emphasized given the state of the squad and ongoing negotiations over other targets like Bradley Barcola and Ibrahim Mbaye. The club's urgency is mounting as they have less than ten days left in the transfer window.

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By the Numbers

•Liverpool targets Yankuba Minteh with a higher bid after initial offer was rejected.
•Richard Hughes is nearing a departure to Al Hilal amid transfer struggles.
•Squad depth concerns are growing as the Premier League campaign starts.
•Negotiations over other wingers like Barcola continue with little progress.

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Liverpool are readying a massive bid to sign an African star. Richard Hughes doesn't have long left until he joins Al Hilal and leaves Anfield behind him. The club's sporting director has had a tumult...
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