Liverpool have seen their £50m offer for Brighton winger Yankuba Minteh turned down, as the club continues to reshape its attacking options following Mohamed Salah's departure.
The 22-year-old Gambian international, who transferred to Brighton from Newcastle for £30m in 2024, has recorded 10 goals and nine assists across 73 appearances for the Seagulls. He operates primarily on the right flank and is currently sidelined with a leg injury picked up during a friendly against Roma earlier this month.
Manager Andoni Iraola has identified reinforcement of Liverpool's wide attacking department as a key objective for the remainder of the transfer window. The club will continue to explore multiple targets and test the market as it seeks to address the void left by Salah's exit.
Liverpool have already moved to bolster their attacking ranks by acquiring Victor Munoz from Osasuna for £34m earlier in the summer. The Spanish player offers flexibility, capable of operating as a winger or in a central attacking role.
Where does Barcola fit into Liverpool's plans?
Paris St-Germain's Bradley Barcola remains Liverpool's primary target in the wide attacking market. The 23-year-old France international has signalled his willingness to join the Reds, but a significant valuation gap remains between the two clubs.
According to earlier reporting, Barcola has verbally agreed to the move in principle. However, PSG are demanding approximately £145m for the winger, while Liverpool are positioned to negotiate closer to the £100m threshold. The substantial difference in asking prices means negotiations between the two parties remain ongoing, with no imminent resolution expected.
Key Facts
- Minteh has made 73 appearances for Brighton since joining from Newcastle in 2024, contributing 10 goals and 9 assists
- The winger is currently recovering from a leg injury sustained in a Roma friendly earlier this month
- Liverpool have already signed Victor Munoz from Osasuna for £34m this summer to strengthen their attacking options
- Barcola remains Liverpool's priority target but PSG's £145m valuation significantly exceeds the club's £100m offer
