Liverpool's Pursuit of £80m Star Yankuba Minteh Could Conclude Today

Liverpool might still add a new player before the transfer window shuts at 11pm Tuesday, as agents for Brighton and Hove Albion winger Yankuba Minteh aim to finalize a move to Anfield, according to GIVEMESPORT senior correspondent Ben Jacobs.

Recent reports suggested that Cody Gakpo will remain at Liverpool after talks about his potential transfer to Manchester City stalled. The club has since been exploring alternatives to fill gaps in their squad.

Transfer Talks with Brighton and Crystal Palace

Liverpool had a £60 million bid rejected for Minteh, while also pursuing Ismaila Sarr from Crystal Palace, but no deals have been completed yet. On Deadline Day morning, Jacobs told talkSPORT that Minteh’s representatives are pushing to complete the transfer today and remain hopeful.

Last week, Brighton reportedly valued Minteh at £80 million. Whether they maintain this price or show flexibility remains uncertain as the deadline approaches.

Why Minteh Fits Iraola’s Plans

Minteh is seen as a perfect fit for manager Iraola, who values speed on the wings. Iraola previously worked with fast players like Antoine Semenyo and Eli Junior Kroupi at Bournemouth, and he wants similar pace for Liverpool’s attack.

• Minteh’s Premier League 2025-26 Stats:
• Top speed: 36.2 km/h
• Sprints: 555
• Goals: 3
• Assists: 4

Bradley Barcola offers plenty of pace on Liverpool’s left wing, as do Gakpo and Victor Munoz, but the team lacks balance on the right side. Adding Minteh would provide much-needed speed and options on that flank.

With the clock ticking, Liverpool’s final attempt to sign Minteh could come soon, completing their attacking lineup before the transfer window closes.