1 month ago
Most of the focus for Liverpool fans towards the end of the summer transfer window was on the club's efforts to sign a right winger to bring a little balance to a lopsided frontline, and to that end the club make an effort try to sign Yankuba Minteh from Brighton as well as Ismaïla Sarr from Crystal Palace.
Both moves failed, with Liverpool moving first for Minteh in their late window push before pivoting to Sarr when Brighton rebuffed £50M and £60M offers. Given Minteh is out until October or November due to injury, going higher after that was never seriously considered. What, though, in all of this for Minteh?
Liverpool may have missed out on a much-needed signing, but the 22-year-old player missed out on a lucrative move to a bigger club. Brighton boss Fabian Hurzeler was asked about the mindset of the player at his pre-match press conference ahead of their game on the weekend against Leeds United.
"He still wears the Brighton badge," Hurzeler said. "He's been here for two years now and we've achieved great things together. Therefore, it's also about him now to commit. This will be the case this season: if the whole team is successful, then Yankuba will maybe fulfil his dream in the next transfer window."
Liverpool fans will be quick to read a potential January move into Hurzeler's response, and certainly depending on how the season progresses for the Reds it might be the case that January moves will be made. He does also stress that it's about Minteh buckling down and performing well this season.
#window #yankuba #sarr #hurzeler
Both moves failed, with Liverpool moving first for Minteh in their late window push before pivoting to Sarr when Brighton rebuffed £50M and £60M offers. Given Minteh is out until October or November due to injury, going higher after that was never seriously considered. What, though, in all of this for Minteh?
Liverpool may have missed out on a much-needed signing, but the 22-year-old player missed out on a lucrative move to a bigger club. Brighton boss Fabian Hurzeler was asked about the mindset of the player at his pre-match press conference ahead of their game on the weekend against Leeds United.
"He still wears the Brighton badge," Hurzeler said. "He's been here for two years now and we've achieved great things together. Therefore, it's also about him now to commit. This will be the case this season: if the whole team is successful, then Yankuba will maybe fulfil his dream in the next transfer window."
Liverpool fans will be quick to read a potential January move into Hurzeler's response, and certainly depending on how the season progresses for the Reds it might be the case that January moves will be made. He does also stress that it's about Minteh buckling down and performing well this season.
#window #yankuba #sarr #hurzeler
1 month ago
Manchester City's proposed £80m move for Liverpool forward Cody Gakpo is close to collapsing.
City had opened talks with Liverpool over a deal for the Netherlands international, with the Reds willing to sell Gakpo provided they could sign a replacement.
Liverpool completed the signing of France forward Bradley Barcola from Paris St-Germain for a fee worth up to £123m on Monday but would want another attacking player if Gakpo were to leave.
The Anfield club had targeted moves for Brighton's Yankuba Minteh and Crystal Palace's Ismaila Sarr but the valution of both players has proved problematic.
Liverpoool are now expected to keep Gakpo, 27, unless they are able to revive a deal for a new winger before Tuesday's deadline.
#forward #netherlands #reds
City had opened talks with Liverpool over a deal for the Netherlands international, with the Reds willing to sell Gakpo provided they could sign a replacement.
Liverpool completed the signing of France forward Bradley Barcola from Paris St-Germain for a fee worth up to £123m on Monday but would want another attacking player if Gakpo were to leave.
The Anfield club had targeted moves for Brighton's Yankuba Minteh and Crystal Palace's Ismaila Sarr but the valution of both players has proved problematic.
Liverpoool are now expected to keep Gakpo, 27, unless they are able to revive a deal for a new winger before Tuesday's deadline.
#forward #netherlands #reds
2 months ago
Liverpool's pursuit of Ismaïla Sarr appears to be moving with purpose, with confidence growing around the proposed transfer as the club continues to shape its attacking options for Andoni Iraola. Credit to Khadim Diakhate, whose report indicates there is increasing belief among those close to the situation that the move can be completed.
There is also a significant detail on Liverpool's side of the negotiations. The report suggests the club are expected to improve their offer for Sarr, with that revised bid likely to be their final proposal. That usually signals a club entering the decisive phase of talks, trying to establish whether an agreement can be reached without allowing the process to drag on.
The wider picture is also revealing. Liverpool are said to want two wingers, with Sarr part of that plan alongside either Yankuba Minteh or Estêvão, who is referenced as Chelsea. That points to a recruitment drive focused on adding pace, directness and flexibility in the attacking line, particularly after a summer of change and the need to refresh options in the final third.
Sarr's appeal appears to go beyond the wing. He is viewed as someone capable of playing through the middle too, which may carry extra relevance if Alexander Isak fails to deliver at the required level, while Hugo Ekitike is currently unavailable through injury. That versatility could be a major factor in Liverpool's thinking.
From Liverpool's perspective, this looks like a deal built around tactical utility as much as raw talent. Sarr has long been **** ociated with speed, running power and vertical threat. For a head coach like Iraola, those qualities can be valuable across multiple attacking roles, especially in a system that asks forwards to attack **** e quickly and work intensely without the ball.
#sarr #appears #options #without
There is also a significant detail on Liverpool's side of the negotiations. The report suggests the club are expected to improve their offer for Sarr, with that revised bid likely to be their final proposal. That usually signals a club entering the decisive phase of talks, trying to establish whether an agreement can be reached without allowing the process to drag on.
The wider picture is also revealing. Liverpool are said to want two wingers, with Sarr part of that plan alongside either Yankuba Minteh or Estêvão, who is referenced as Chelsea. That points to a recruitment drive focused on adding pace, directness and flexibility in the attacking line, particularly after a summer of change and the need to refresh options in the final third.
Sarr's appeal appears to go beyond the wing. He is viewed as someone capable of playing through the middle too, which may carry extra relevance if Alexander Isak fails to deliver at the required level, while Hugo Ekitike is currently unavailable through injury. That versatility could be a major factor in Liverpool's thinking.
From Liverpool's perspective, this looks like a deal built around tactical utility as much as raw talent. Sarr has long been **** ociated with speed, running power and vertical threat. For a head coach like Iraola, those qualities can be valuable across multiple attacking roles, especially in a system that asks forwards to attack **** e quickly and work intensely without the ball.
#sarr #appears #options #without
2 months ago
Liverpool are in the process of remodelling their frontline.
The departure of Mohamed Salah on a free transfer opened up a gap on the right side of the attack. Richard Hughes has already tied up the signings of wingers Victor Munoz and Bradley Barcola.
There are also plans afoot to sell Cody Gakpo and we can expect Harvey Elliott and Federico Chiesa to also take their leave.
Liverpool will also be hoping to sign another wide forward before Tuesday's deadline.
Ismaila Sarr and Yankuba Minteh are the names in the frame - with Palace valuing Sarr at around £70m and Brighton seeking in excess of that figure for their 22-year-old Gambian forward.
#richard #bradley
The departure of Mohamed Salah on a free transfer opened up a gap on the right side of the attack. Richard Hughes has already tied up the signings of wingers Victor Munoz and Bradley Barcola.
There are also plans afoot to sell Cody Gakpo and we can expect Harvey Elliott and Federico Chiesa to also take their leave.
Liverpool will also be hoping to sign another wide forward before Tuesday's deadline.
Ismaila Sarr and Yankuba Minteh are the names in the frame - with Palace valuing Sarr at around £70m and Brighton seeking in excess of that figure for their 22-year-old Gambian forward.
#richard #bradley
2 months ago
Virgil van Dijk has no doubt Liverpool remain one of the biggest attractions in world football as they close in on the signing of Bradley Barcola.
The Reds are understood to have agreed a deal worth up to £166.6 million with Paris Saint-Germain for France international Barcola, their top transfer target this summer.
That deal is expected to be concluded imminently and he could be followed by other signings before Tuesday's deadline with Brighton's Yankuba Minteh and Crystal Palace's Ismaila Sarr also linked with the Anfield club.
Van Dijk accepts Liverpool are a work in progress, with Saturday's 2-2 draw against Nottingham Forest seeing their shortcomings highlighted for a second successive week, but he is confident about the direction of travel.
The Liverpool captain said: "I don't think there's any doubt that a club like Liverpool are attracting very, very good players. If someone's doubting that, then they're just trying to be a little bit bitter.
#Liverpool #reds #Paris
The Reds are understood to have agreed a deal worth up to £166.6 million with Paris Saint-Germain for France international Barcola, their top transfer target this summer.
That deal is expected to be concluded imminently and he could be followed by other signings before Tuesday's deadline with Brighton's Yankuba Minteh and Crystal Palace's Ismaila Sarr also linked with the Anfield club.
Van Dijk accepts Liverpool are a work in progress, with Saturday's 2-2 draw against Nottingham Forest seeing their shortcomings highlighted for a second successive week, but he is confident about the direction of travel.
The Liverpool captain said: "I don't think there's any doubt that a club like Liverpool are attracting very, very good players. If someone's doubting that, then they're just trying to be a little bit bitter.
#Liverpool #reds #Paris
2 months ago
Virgil van Dijk has declared that anyone who doubts Liverpool can attract top-quality players must be bitter as he said he would welcome Bradley Barcola to Anfield.
Liverpool have agreed a fee of £106m, which could rise to £123m, with Paris Saint-Germain for the France winger and Van Dijk said he thinks the 23-year-old is a "very good player".
But he also urged Liverpool to keep Cody Gakpo, who has attracted interest from Tottenham and Manchester City.
Liverpool failed in bids for Yan Diomande and Yankuba Minteh before making an offer PSG accepted for Barcola, who will become the second most expensive player in their history.
And Van Dijk said: "I don't think there's any doubt that a club like Liverpool is attracting very, very good players. If someone's doubting that, then they're just trying to be a little bit bitter.
#player
Liverpool have agreed a fee of £106m, which could rise to £123m, with Paris Saint-Germain for the France winger and Van Dijk said he thinks the 23-year-old is a "very good player".
But he also urged Liverpool to keep Cody Gakpo, who has attracted interest from Tottenham and Manchester City.
Liverpool failed in bids for Yan Diomande and Yankuba Minteh before making an offer PSG accepted for Barcola, who will become the second most expensive player in their history.
And Van Dijk said: "I don't think there's any doubt that a club like Liverpool is attracting very, very good players. If someone's doubting that, then they're just trying to be a little bit bitter.
#player
2 months ago
Liverpool have signed Bradley Barcola from Paris Saint-Germain.
The France international, 23, has been the priority target all summer and Richard Hughes has got his man for a fee that could reach in excess of £120m.
Barcola prefers to play on the left - which means that while the 2024/25 Premier League champions have significantly augmented their forward options they are STILL without a natural high-quality right winger.
Mohamed Salah leaving for Trabzonspor has blown a hole in Andoni Iraola's squad and many players have been looked over as potential replacements.
Ismaila Sarr and Yankuba Minteh are two options currently in play although Ibrahim Mbaye has gone to Aston Villa - ending Liverpool's interest in the teenager.
#Liverpool
The France international, 23, has been the priority target all summer and Richard Hughes has got his man for a fee that could reach in excess of £120m.
Barcola prefers to play on the left - which means that while the 2024/25 Premier League champions have significantly augmented their forward options they are STILL without a natural high-quality right winger.
Mohamed Salah leaving for Trabzonspor has blown a hole in Andoni Iraola's squad and many players have been looked over as potential replacements.
Ismaila Sarr and Yankuba Minteh are two options currently in play although Ibrahim Mbaye has gone to Aston Villa - ending Liverpool's interest in the teenager.
#Liverpool
2 months ago
Liverpool are making big changes to their attack.
Bradley Barcola is now primed to become the summer's headline arrival. The 23-year-old Frenchman is coming in from Paris Saint-Germain for a sizeable transfer fee that could reach £120m.
The two-time Champions League winner is joining Victor Munoz in a new-look Reds' attack under Andoni Iraola. Spain's FIFA World Cup winner was recruited for around £34m after Richard Hughes triggered his Osasuna release clause.
But Hughes and head coach Andoni Iraola are not done there.
More signings are planned before the window closes on Tuesday - including Ismaila Sarr from Crystal Palace and even Yankuba Minteh or Ibrahim Mbaye.
#winner
Bradley Barcola is now primed to become the summer's headline arrival. The 23-year-old Frenchman is coming in from Paris Saint-Germain for a sizeable transfer fee that could reach £120m.
The two-time Champions League winner is joining Victor Munoz in a new-look Reds' attack under Andoni Iraola. Spain's FIFA World Cup winner was recruited for around £34m after Richard Hughes triggered his Osasuna release clause.
But Hughes and head coach Andoni Iraola are not done there.
More signings are planned before the window closes on Tuesday - including Ismaila Sarr from Crystal Palace and even Yankuba Minteh or Ibrahim Mbaye.
#winner
2 months ago
Brighton boss Fabian Hurzeler says there is a chance either Georginio Rutter or Jack Hinshelwood could return to the squad for Sunday's clash with Chelsea, although he admitted the latter is less likely to be ready.
Both players have been nursing injuries, but Hurzeler is hopeful Rutter can make the squad.
"With both, we will have to be patient," Hurzeler said. "There might be a chance for one of them to be in the squad [against Chelsea].
"With Gini, I see a higher chance. With Hinshelwood, for the weekend it might be too close, but we will find good solutions."
Hurzeler was also asked about Yankuba Minteh's future amid speculation over a possible move away from the club, with Liverpool keen.
#georginio
Both players have been nursing injuries, but Hurzeler is hopeful Rutter can make the squad.
"With both, we will have to be patient," Hurzeler said. "There might be a chance for one of them to be in the squad [against Chelsea].
"With Gini, I see a higher chance. With Hinshelwood, for the weekend it might be too close, but we will find good solutions."
Hurzeler was also asked about Yankuba Minteh's future amid speculation over a possible move away from the club, with Liverpool keen.
#georginio
2 months ago
Liverpool are still pursuing Ismaila Sarr, despite seeing an initial offer of around £50m rejected by Crystal Palace.
Liverpool manager Andoni Iraola wants to bring in three more players before the end of the transfer window, including two who can operate in wide positions. One of those will be France winger Bradley Barcola, after PSG accepted an offer of £100m plus £20m in potential add-ons for the 23-year-old.
And while Liverpool have moved on from Yankuba Minteh following Brighton's resistance, The Independent understands the club are not yet discouraged from a deal to bring in Sarr.
The 28-year-old Senegal international is comfortable playing on the right wing, a crucial area of the field for Liverpool to strengthen following the summer exit of Mohamed Salah.
If Liverpool bring in their targets then Cody Gakpo could still depart before the deadline on Tuesday. Gakpo has been the subject of interest from Tottenham, and The Independent understands Spurs manager Roberto De Zerbi is insistent that the club pursue the Dutchman, despite a summer outlay already in excess of £300m.
#Liverpool #gakpo #despite #manager
Liverpool manager Andoni Iraola wants to bring in three more players before the end of the transfer window, including two who can operate in wide positions. One of those will be France winger Bradley Barcola, after PSG accepted an offer of £100m plus £20m in potential add-ons for the 23-year-old.
And while Liverpool have moved on from Yankuba Minteh following Brighton's resistance, The Independent understands the club are not yet discouraged from a deal to bring in Sarr.
The 28-year-old Senegal international is comfortable playing on the right wing, a crucial area of the field for Liverpool to strengthen following the summer exit of Mohamed Salah.
If Liverpool bring in their targets then Cody Gakpo could still depart before the deadline on Tuesday. Gakpo has been the subject of interest from Tottenham, and The Independent understands Spurs manager Roberto De Zerbi is insistent that the club pursue the Dutchman, despite a summer outlay already in excess of £300m.
#Liverpool #gakpo #despite #manager
2 months ago
Liverpool want a winger, the deadline is close, and Brighton know it. That is the story around Yankuba Minteh.
The 22-year-old has emerged as a serious target, with Liverpool having already seen two bids rejected. Brighton are understood to value Minteh at around £80 million, a figure that reflects market conditions as much as the player himself. When a buying club is short on options and short on time, the price goes up. Simple as that.
Fabian Hurzeler did little to cool the noise completely, but he was careful with his wording. "He's a Brighton player," Hurzeler said. "He needs to commit to this club. He knows that these rumours only come because he benefits from everything here. Everyone knows how the football business works, let's see the ideas from Liverpool…"
That is not a refusal to sell. It is a reminder of who controls the situation. Brighton hold the contract, Brighton set the asking price, and Brighton have no obvious reason to rush.
Hurzeler made it clear that the club hierarchy remains central to any decision. "We have a lot of things regarding this player in our hands. With Tony (Bloom) and with Paul (Barber), together we try to make the right decision."
#hurzeler #club
The 22-year-old has emerged as a serious target, with Liverpool having already seen two bids rejected. Brighton are understood to value Minteh at around £80 million, a figure that reflects market conditions as much as the player himself. When a buying club is short on options and short on time, the price goes up. Simple as that.
Fabian Hurzeler did little to cool the noise completely, but he was careful with his wording. "He's a Brighton player," Hurzeler said. "He needs to commit to this club. He knows that these rumours only come because he benefits from everything here. Everyone knows how the football business works, let's see the ideas from Liverpool…"
That is not a refusal to sell. It is a reminder of who controls the situation. Brighton hold the contract, Brighton set the asking price, and Brighton have no obvious reason to rush.
Hurzeler made it clear that the club hierarchy remains central to any decision. "We have a lot of things regarding this player in our hands. With Tony (Bloom) and with Paul (Barber), together we try to make the right decision."
#hurzeler #club
2 months ago
Liverpool's transfer plans have been questioned this summer and fan Sam Milne believes the Reds have been too "scattergun" in their approach for a new forward player.
Andoni Iraola's side have been linked to a host of new attackers, including Paris St-Germain duo Bradley Barcola and Ibrahim Mbaye, and have had offers knocked back for Brighton's Yankuba Minteh - and are now exploring a move for Crystal Palace's Isamila Sarr in the last week of the transfer window.
Speaking on BBC Radio Merseyside, Milne said: "I was surprised at first because if you look at the right wingers that Liverpool have been trying to sign all summer, they have all been very different.
"The reaction to the bid for Sarr has been quite negative. I don't think that's a reflection on Sarr himself because Liverpool fans have seen what he can do against us - I think he's scored six goals against Liverpool. It's more the difference in Sarr to the other players that have been linked.
"The rumours came out about Minteh and Liverpool put £60m in for him. An injured Minteh and a left-footed Minteh - which is interesting because Mohamed Salah was left-footed and Yan Diomande was both-footed, but Mbaye wasn't left-footed and neither is Sarr. That's where the worry starts to lie for Liverpool fans. What are we attempting?
#left #transfer #summer #linked
Andoni Iraola's side have been linked to a host of new attackers, including Paris St-Germain duo Bradley Barcola and Ibrahim Mbaye, and have had offers knocked back for Brighton's Yankuba Minteh - and are now exploring a move for Crystal Palace's Isamila Sarr in the last week of the transfer window.
Speaking on BBC Radio Merseyside, Milne said: "I was surprised at first because if you look at the right wingers that Liverpool have been trying to sign all summer, they have all been very different.
"The reaction to the bid for Sarr has been quite negative. I don't think that's a reflection on Sarr himself because Liverpool fans have seen what he can do against us - I think he's scored six goals against Liverpool. It's more the difference in Sarr to the other players that have been linked.
"The rumours came out about Minteh and Liverpool put £60m in for him. An injured Minteh and a left-footed Minteh - which is interesting because Mohamed Salah was left-footed and Yan Diomande was both-footed, but Mbaye wasn't left-footed and neither is Sarr. That's where the worry starts to lie for Liverpool fans. What are we attempting?
#left #transfer #summer #linked
2 months ago
Liverpool are expected to be busy in the final stages of this summer's transfer window.
Despite a poor midfield showing against Newcastle in Andoni Iraola's Premier League opener on Sunday the Reds are unlikely to go into the market for a specialist No6.
Instead the focus will be on improving the frontline further. Liverpool used Rio Ngumoha and Cody Gakpo as their wide forward starting options against the Toon at St. James' Park.
It's simply not enough for Iraola and sporting director Richard Hughes however - who are still reeling from the loss of Mohamed Salah on a free transfer to Trabzonspor.
Deals are live for several forward - per reports - with Yankuba Minteh and Ibrahim Mbaye said to be under consideration.
#newcastle #premier
Despite a poor midfield showing against Newcastle in Andoni Iraola's Premier League opener on Sunday the Reds are unlikely to go into the market for a specialist No6.
Instead the focus will be on improving the frontline further. Liverpool used Rio Ngumoha and Cody Gakpo as their wide forward starting options against the Toon at St. James' Park.
It's simply not enough for Iraola and sporting director Richard Hughes however - who are still reeling from the loss of Mohamed Salah on a free transfer to Trabzonspor.
Deals are live for several forward - per reports - with Yankuba Minteh and Ibrahim Mbaye said to be under consideration.
#newcastle #premier
2 months ago
Liverpool are chasing wingers. Of that there is little doubt.
Deals are currently live for Bradley Barcola and Yankuba Minteh - while there is an outside chance of Ibrahim Mbaye also arriving.
Richard Hughes is at a critical juncture in the Barcola deal with negotiations now delicately poised with Paris Saint-Germain.
The French champions are seeking a record deal for the 23-year-old - who prefers to play on the left but who can also feature from the right. Minteh, 22, is a naturally right-sided option with the left-footer currently out injured.
Nonetheless the 2024/25 Premier League champions want a deal for the £70m-rated Gambian - who has already agreed terms with the Reds per reports.
#right #deals
Deals are currently live for Bradley Barcola and Yankuba Minteh - while there is an outside chance of Ibrahim Mbaye also arriving.
Richard Hughes is at a critical juncture in the Barcola deal with negotiations now delicately poised with Paris Saint-Germain.
The French champions are seeking a record deal for the 23-year-old - who prefers to play on the left but who can also feature from the right. Minteh, 22, is a naturally right-sided option with the left-footer currently out injured.
Nonetheless the 2024/25 Premier League champions want a deal for the £70m-rated Gambian - who has already agreed terms with the Reds per reports.
#right #deals
2 months ago
Liverpool have been told that Brighton & Hove Albion attacker Yankuba Minteh is worth £80 million, according to Jacobs Ben.
The Reds have made two offers for the Gambian forward, both rejected, including a £60m bid.
However, Liverpool will have to offer more to land Minteh, which, per the report, the Merseyside club isn't willing to do.
Liverpool will only come back to the negotiating table if they lower their fee.
The Reds are desperate to bolster the right flank following the departure of Mohamed Salah.
#yankuba #gambian
The Reds have made two offers for the Gambian forward, both rejected, including a £60m bid.
However, Liverpool will have to offer more to land Minteh, which, per the report, the Merseyside club isn't willing to do.
Liverpool will only come back to the negotiating table if they lower their fee.
The Reds are desperate to bolster the right flank following the departure of Mohamed Salah.
#yankuba #gambian
2 months ago
Liverpool 'remain hopeful' of signing at least one winger in the final few days of the summer transfer window, according to a prominent Reds journalist.
The Merseyside giants have reportedly agreed personal terms with Paris Saint-Germain winger Bradley Barcola but have yet to settle a fee with the European champions, who could want as much as £145m for the player after add-ons (CaughtOffside).
Andoni Iraola's side are also pursing a move for Yankuba Minteh, for whom Brighton have already rejected two bids, the most recent of which amounted to £60m (Sky Sports).
In an article for the Daily Mail published in the early hours of the morning, Lewis Steele provided an update on Liverpool's pursuit of those two wingers, whilst also imploring them to sign a defensive midfielder after some familiar frailties were punished in the 2-2 draw at Newcastle on Sunday.
He wrote: 'Liverpool remain hopeful of signing Paris Saint-Germain's Bradley Barcola this week and are weighing up whether to make a third bid for Brighton's Yankuba Minteh. Those will be crucial additions, given the wide options are limited at present, but signing a deep-lying midfielder is just as important.
#Liverpool #yankuba
The Merseyside giants have reportedly agreed personal terms with Paris Saint-Germain winger Bradley Barcola but have yet to settle a fee with the European champions, who could want as much as £145m for the player after add-ons (CaughtOffside).
Andoni Iraola's side are also pursing a move for Yankuba Minteh, for whom Brighton have already rejected two bids, the most recent of which amounted to £60m (Sky Sports).
In an article for the Daily Mail published in the early hours of the morning, Lewis Steele provided an update on Liverpool's pursuit of those two wingers, whilst also imploring them to sign a defensive midfielder after some familiar frailties were punished in the 2-2 draw at Newcastle on Sunday.
He wrote: 'Liverpool remain hopeful of signing Paris Saint-Germain's Bradley Barcola this week and are weighing up whether to make a third bid for Brighton's Yankuba Minteh. Those will be crucial additions, given the wide options are limited at present, but signing a deep-lying midfielder is just as important.
#Liverpool #yankuba
2 months ago
Liverpool will have to pay £70m to sign Yankuba Minteh from Brighton after seeing two bids rebuffed.
Brighton will hold firm to their valuation of the Gambian winger, The Independent understands.
Andoni Iraola is keen on the 22-year-old, who missed the Seagulls' 4-0 win over Aston Villa through injury.
Liverpool saw bids of £50m and £60m rejected by Brighton, but could return with a third improved offer before next Tuesday's transfer deadline.
Brighton are thought to consider Carlos Baleba's £70m price in his impending move to Manchester United as instructive.
#brighton #gambian
Brighton will hold firm to their valuation of the Gambian winger, The Independent understands.
Andoni Iraola is keen on the 22-year-old, who missed the Seagulls' 4-0 win over Aston Villa through injury.
Liverpool saw bids of £50m and £60m rejected by Brighton, but could return with a third improved offer before next Tuesday's transfer deadline.
Brighton are thought to consider Carlos Baleba's £70m price in his impending move to Manchester United as instructive.
#brighton #gambian
2 months ago
Liverpool want Yankuba Minteh from Brighton. He's not the one they should be chasing, however.
Liverpool will reportedly hold transfer talks with Brighton tonight as they try to sign Yankuba Minteh. The Reds have already seen two offers rejected for the winger but believe there's a real chance they get over the line with a third.
Now, Minteh is a talent and could become a great player. But people paying attention will notice that the currently-injured star wasn't exactly missed by the Seagulls on Sunday as they smashed Aston Villa 4-0.
Instead, they played Diego Gomez from the right, as they often did last season. The Paragauayan was fantastic and so here's a prediction: Gomez gets a big-money move in 2027.
Unless Liverpool can sign him first.
#minteh #brighton #gomez
Liverpool will reportedly hold transfer talks with Brighton tonight as they try to sign Yankuba Minteh. The Reds have already seen two offers rejected for the winger but believe there's a real chance they get over the line with a third.
Now, Minteh is a talent and could become a great player. But people paying attention will notice that the currently-injured star wasn't exactly missed by the Seagulls on Sunday as they smashed Aston Villa 4-0.
Instead, they played Diego Gomez from the right, as they often did last season. The Paragauayan was fantastic and so here's a prediction: Gomez gets a big-money move in 2027.
Unless Liverpool can sign him first.
#minteh #brighton #gomez
2 months ago
Fabrizio Romano has reported that personal terms have been agreed between Yankuba Minteh and Liverpool over a potential move to Anfield for the Brighton winger.
The Reds have already seen two bids rejected by the south coast club in recent days, the second of which amounted to £60m (Sky Sports), as they pursue a late-window replacement for Mo Salah on the right flank.
The 22-year-old is currently sidelined for at least a couple of months with a leg injury he suffered in the Seagulls' pre-season win over Roma a fortnight ago, but that hasn't deterred the Merseyside club from testing the waters with a couple of unsuccessful offers for him.
(Photo by Nathan Stirk/Getty Images)
According to Romano, Minteh would jump at the chance to sign for Liverpool and already has an agreement in place on personal terms, with the next step being for the two clubs to agree a fee for the Gambia forward.
#Liverpool #already #fabrizio
The Reds have already seen two bids rejected by the south coast club in recent days, the second of which amounted to £60m (Sky Sports), as they pursue a late-window replacement for Mo Salah on the right flank.
The 22-year-old is currently sidelined for at least a couple of months with a leg injury he suffered in the Seagulls' pre-season win over Roma a fortnight ago, but that hasn't deterred the Merseyside club from testing the waters with a couple of unsuccessful offers for him.
(Photo by Nathan Stirk/Getty Images)
According to Romano, Minteh would jump at the chance to sign for Liverpool and already has an agreement in place on personal terms, with the next step being for the two clubs to agree a fee for the Gambia forward.
#Liverpool #already #fabrizio
2 months ago
Liverpool are reportedly planning a surprise late-window raid on one winger with an annoyingly excellent record against the Reds.
Andoni Iraola's team begin their Premier League season away to Newcastle today, with the fixture coming just nine days before the summer transfer deadline as the opportunity for recruitment narrows by the day.
The Merseysiders have seen two bids rejected for Brighton's Yankuba Minteh over the past 72 hours, the most recent of which was £60m (Sky Sports), although there's seemingly another wide attacker from the English top flight on their radar.
According to Turkish reporter Nevzat Dindar (via Forza Cimbom on X), Liverpool are showing an interest in Ismaila Sarr, who's a primary target for Galatasaray.
The Senegal international wasn't involved in Crystal Palace's defeat to Everton on Saturday – officially injured despite training in the two days prior to the game (Sky Sports) – and reportedly wants to leave the south London club, who are determined to keep hold of him.
#Liverpool #sports #newcastle #merseysiders
Andoni Iraola's team begin their Premier League season away to Newcastle today, with the fixture coming just nine days before the summer transfer deadline as the opportunity for recruitment narrows by the day.
The Merseysiders have seen two bids rejected for Brighton's Yankuba Minteh over the past 72 hours, the most recent of which was £60m (Sky Sports), although there's seemingly another wide attacker from the English top flight on their radar.
According to Turkish reporter Nevzat Dindar (via Forza Cimbom on X), Liverpool are showing an interest in Ismaila Sarr, who's a primary target for Galatasaray.
The Senegal international wasn't involved in Crystal Palace's defeat to Everton on Saturday – officially injured despite training in the two days prior to the game (Sky Sports) – and reportedly wants to leave the south London club, who are determined to keep hold of him.
#Liverpool #sports #newcastle #merseysiders
2 months ago
Liverpool are active in the forward market.
Last week bids went in for Yankuba Minteh but so far Brighton haven't been tempted to sell. The 22-year-old was the subject of an initial £50m approach from sporting director Richard Hughes.
That was swiftly knocked back - but the 2024/25 Premier League champions didn't hang around. Another offer of £60m went in and Brighton again sent that bid to Room 101.
It is thought that the South Coast side would accept £70m for the Gambian - who joined from Newcastle in 2024.
Meanwhile the chase is live for Bradley Barcola.
#Liverpool #yankuba
Last week bids went in for Yankuba Minteh but so far Brighton haven't been tempted to sell. The 22-year-old was the subject of an initial £50m approach from sporting director Richard Hughes.
That was swiftly knocked back - but the 2024/25 Premier League champions didn't hang around. Another offer of £60m went in and Brighton again sent that bid to Room 101.
It is thought that the South Coast side would accept £70m for the Gambian - who joined from Newcastle in 2024.
Meanwhile the chase is live for Bradley Barcola.
#Liverpool #yankuba
2 months ago
Liverpool appear determined to test Brighton and Hove Albion again over Yankuba Minteh, with the winger emerging as a significant target during the closing stages of the summer transfer window.
According to the Daily Mail, Liverpool are expected to return with another offer after Brighton rejected bids of £50million and £60million for the 22-year-old. The Seagulls are believed to value Minteh at more than £70million, leaving Liverpool with a decision over how far they are prepared to push negotiations.
There is little mystery surrounding the motivation. Liverpool require attacking reinforcements, particularly following Mohamed Salah's departure, and Andoni Iraola has publicly acknowledged that he would like more options.
Speaking ahead of Liverpool's Premier League opener, Iraola explained the difficulties created by starting the season while the transfer window remains open.
"As a manager, this is an easy one for me. I wanted the players for the first day on 13 July – everyone here and all the positions doubled with top-level players," said Iraola.
#Liverpool #iraola #players #albion
According to the Daily Mail, Liverpool are expected to return with another offer after Brighton rejected bids of £50million and £60million for the 22-year-old. The Seagulls are believed to value Minteh at more than £70million, leaving Liverpool with a decision over how far they are prepared to push negotiations.
There is little mystery surrounding the motivation. Liverpool require attacking reinforcements, particularly following Mohamed Salah's departure, and Andoni Iraola has publicly acknowledged that he would like more options.
Speaking ahead of Liverpool's Premier League opener, Iraola explained the difficulties created by starting the season while the transfer window remains open.
"As a manager, this is an easy one for me. I wanted the players for the first day on 13 July – everyone here and all the positions doubled with top-level players," said Iraola.
#Liverpool #iraola #players #albion
2 months ago
Liverpool boss Andoni Iraola believes his side do not have enough wingers for the start of the season - but is confident they will find a solution before the end of the transfer window.
Liverpool had a £50m bid for Brighton's Yankuba Minteh rejected earlier this week and have explored the possibility of a move for Paris St-Germain's Ibrahim Mbaye.
PSG's Bradley Barcola remains Liverpool's main target as they look to strengthen in the wide attacking areas before the transfer window concludes.
"As a manager, this is an easy one for me. I wanted the players for the first day on 13 July - everyone here and all the positions doubled with top-level players," said Iraola when asked about the transfer window.
"But you understand how the competition works, that (the) market is open and you start the competition. We have to adapt as coaches to this situation.
#window #players #Competition #minteh
Liverpool had a £50m bid for Brighton's Yankuba Minteh rejected earlier this week and have explored the possibility of a move for Paris St-Germain's Ibrahim Mbaye.
PSG's Bradley Barcola remains Liverpool's main target as they look to strengthen in the wide attacking areas before the transfer window concludes.
"As a manager, this is an easy one for me. I wanted the players for the first day on 13 July - everyone here and all the positions doubled with top-level players," said Iraola when asked about the transfer window.
"But you understand how the competition works, that (the) market is open and you start the competition. We have to adapt as coaches to this situation.
#window #players #Competition #minteh
2 months ago
Yankuba Minteh has reportedly called his agent for an emergency meeting on Friday evening.
A reputable source on X (formerly Twitter) shared the update in question, following Liverpool's rejected £50m bid for the Gambia international this week.
The Merseysiders are looking to bolster the forward line with a minimum of two new options, with Bradley Barcola in line to be the club's marquee signing of the window.
To be clear, we're big fans of Yankuba Minteh and are excited about the prospect of what he could bring to this Andoni Iraola side.
However, we're simultaneously confused about Liverpool's strategy in the market, given that they apparently walked away from negotiations with PSG for Ibrahim Mbaye based on the 18-year-old's asking price.
#gambia #barcola
A reputable source on X (formerly Twitter) shared the update in question, following Liverpool's rejected £50m bid for the Gambia international this week.
The Merseysiders are looking to bolster the forward line with a minimum of two new options, with Bradley Barcola in line to be the club's marquee signing of the window.
To be clear, we're big fans of Yankuba Minteh and are excited about the prospect of what he could bring to this Andoni Iraola side.
However, we're simultaneously confused about Liverpool's strategy in the market, given that they apparently walked away from negotiations with PSG for Ibrahim Mbaye based on the 18-year-old's asking price.
#gambia #barcola
2 months ago
Andoni Iraola told Jamie Carragher that Liverpool "will definitely sign some players" this summer.
The Liverpool Echo's Paul Gorst shared the Basque head coach's comments on X (formerly Twitter) amid the club's ongoing push to sign Bradley Barcola.
On Thursday, the Merseysiders had a £50m opening bid for Yankuba Minteh rejected.
It's good to see that Iraola's beliefs on Liverpool's squad depth (or lack of) haven't changed since earlier in the summer transfer window.
And with us still short up front, not to mention in several other departments, it couldn't be clearer to the neutral that Liverpool are heading into the new campaign without an appropriate array of tools.
#Liverpool #iraola
The Liverpool Echo's Paul Gorst shared the Basque head coach's comments on X (formerly Twitter) amid the club's ongoing push to sign Bradley Barcola.
On Thursday, the Merseysiders had a £50m opening bid for Yankuba Minteh rejected.
It's good to see that Iraola's beliefs on Liverpool's squad depth (or lack of) haven't changed since earlier in the summer transfer window.
And with us still short up front, not to mention in several other departments, it couldn't be clearer to the neutral that Liverpool are heading into the new campaign without an appropriate array of tools.
#Liverpool #iraola
2 months ago
Amid the ongoing pursuits of Bradley Barcola and Ibrahim Mbaye, Liverpool are also understood to hold a 'concrete interest' in a current Premier League winger.
The Reds have reportedly made an opening offer of €105m (£89.9m) plus add-ons for the France international, although that has been rejected by Paris Saint-Germain, who are seeking a fee in the region of £145m (BBC Sport).
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Meanwhile, Merseyside chiefs are also 'pushing' to sign the Senegalese teenager, who's said to be 'keen' on a potential move to Anfield if PSG are amenable to selling him.
Should neither of those two arrive at Liverpool, TEAMtalk reported that Yankuba Minteh is an alternative target in whom the Reds hold a 'concrete interest'.
#Liverpool #amid #barcola
The Reds have reportedly made an opening offer of €105m (£89.9m) plus add-ons for the France international, although that has been rejected by Paris Saint-Germain, who are seeking a fee in the region of £145m (BBC Sport).
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Meanwhile, Merseyside chiefs are also 'pushing' to sign the Senegalese teenager, who's said to be 'keen' on a potential move to Anfield if PSG are amenable to selling him.
Should neither of those two arrive at Liverpool, TEAMtalk reported that Yankuba Minteh is an alternative target in whom the Reds hold a 'concrete interest'.
#Liverpool #amid #barcola
3 months ago
Friday's transfer rumours feature Liverpool's search for Mohamed Salah's successor and a five-team Premier League chase for one of Norway's World Cup stars.
Brighton have slapped an £80million asking price on Yankuba Minteh, amid interest from Liverpool. Andoni Iraola's side are weighing up an offer for the 21-year-old, as the Reds search for Mohamed Salah's successor. According to TEAMtalk, the Seagulls are using Anthony Gordon's transfer to Barcelona to judge the value of the winger market.
Also in from TEAMtalk is a competitive chase forAntonio Nusa. The 21-year-old has caught the eye during Norway's World Cup campaign and has grown a long list of suitors. ***** nal and Tottenham are among those keen on the €50m-rated Leipzig winger, though Aston Villa, Newcastle United and Crystal Palace are all monitoring the situation.
Real Madrid have reportedly rejected interest fromChelsea and Manchester United for Alvaro Carreras. The Spanish side want to keep the left-back in their group, despite Marc Cucurella's arrival from Chelsea. Fabrizio Romano reports that Premier League approaches have been rebuffed.
Manchester United, have, however 'opened contact' withBorussia Dortmund defender Julian Ryerson. Fresh from 15 ***** ists in the Bundesliga last season, BILD report that the Red Devils are keen to land the Norwegian. Dortmund value Ryerson at €30m.
Brighton have slapped an £80million asking price on Yankuba Minteh, amid interest from Liverpool. Andoni Iraola's side are weighing up an offer for the 21-year-old, as the Reds search for Mohamed Salah's successor. According to TEAMtalk, the Seagulls are using Anthony Gordon's transfer to Barcelona to judge the value of the winger market.
Also in from TEAMtalk is a competitive chase forAntonio Nusa. The 21-year-old has caught the eye during Norway's World Cup campaign and has grown a long list of suitors. ***** nal and Tottenham are among those keen on the €50m-rated Leipzig winger, though Aston Villa, Newcastle United and Crystal Palace are all monitoring the situation.
Real Madrid have reportedly rejected interest fromChelsea and Manchester United for Alvaro Carreras. The Spanish side want to keep the left-back in their group, despite Marc Cucurella's arrival from Chelsea. Fabrizio Romano reports that Premier League approaches have been rebuffed.
Manchester United, have, however 'opened contact' withBorussia Dortmund defender Julian Ryerson. Fresh from 15 ***** ists in the Bundesliga last season, BILD report that the Red Devils are keen to land the Norwegian. Dortmund value Ryerson at €30m.
3 months ago
Liverpool are still searching for their successor to Mohamed Salah.
The Egyptian King, 34, was allowed to leave following an agreement to rip up his £400k contract one year early. But sporting director Richard Hughes is very much on the back foot regarding a new forward - because Yan Diomande is no longer approachable.
The outgoing Premier League champions were rebuffed in their attempts to land the Ivorian from RB Leipzig with a preference since expressed about favouring a move to Paris Saint-Germain.
That development leaves Liverpool shopping on their alternate list of targets - which includes Bradley Barcola, Matias Fernandez-Pardo and Said El Mala.
One more player reported to feature on that list is Yankuba Minteh. The 21-year-old Brighton attacker is seen as a successor to Salah inside Anfield - and a bid is coming imminently.
The Egyptian King, 34, was allowed to leave following an agreement to rip up his £400k contract one year early. But sporting director Richard Hughes is very much on the back foot regarding a new forward - because Yan Diomande is no longer approachable.
The outgoing Premier League champions were rebuffed in their attempts to land the Ivorian from RB Leipzig with a preference since expressed about favouring a move to Paris Saint-Germain.
That development leaves Liverpool shopping on their alternate list of targets - which includes Bradley Barcola, Matias Fernandez-Pardo and Said El Mala.
One more player reported to feature on that list is Yankuba Minteh. The 21-year-old Brighton attacker is seen as a successor to Salah inside Anfield - and a bid is coming imminently.
4 months ago
Liverpool are set to have a surprise saviour this summer. A relegated star is in position.
Liverpool need a hero. To replace the last one, actually. Mohamed Salah is no longer a Red and it's absolutely necessary that they find a replacement.
Even if Salah's season was poor, he still put up six goals and six **** ists in the Premier League. Those aren't numbers that are easy to find - Yankuba Minteh, a proposed signing for the right flank, didn't match them.
But Liverpool are up against it. Yan Diomande has decided to pick Paris Saint-Germain as his next club, ignoring the Reds' interest.
It leaves a truly awful market to pick from, with remarkably few solid options. There's an elite class of player who are entirely out of reach, then a big drop-off to untested young players like Minteh.
Liverpool need a hero. To replace the last one, actually. Mohamed Salah is no longer a Red and it's absolutely necessary that they find a replacement.
Even if Salah's season was poor, he still put up six goals and six **** ists in the Premier League. Those aren't numbers that are easy to find - Yankuba Minteh, a proposed signing for the right flank, didn't match them.
But Liverpool are up against it. Yan Diomande has decided to pick Paris Saint-Germain as his next club, ignoring the Reds' interest.
It leaves a truly awful market to pick from, with remarkably few solid options. There's an elite class of player who are entirely out of reach, then a big drop-off to untested young players like Minteh.
4 months ago
Mohamed Salah's exit has left a huge void for Liverpool to fill in the summer transfer window.
RB Leipzig winger Yan Diomande is the frontrunner to replace the Egyptian King with the Reds already submitting an £86m bid for the 19-year-old.
As it stands, no breakthrough has been made in negotiations with the German side.
A number of alternatives have been mentioned such as Brighton's Yankubah Minteh, Koln's Said El Mala and Lille's Matias Fernandez-Pardo.
But Liverpool legend Robbie Fowler has thrown a new name into the mix…
RB Leipzig winger Yan Diomande is the frontrunner to replace the Egyptian King with the Reds already submitting an £86m bid for the 19-year-old.
As it stands, no breakthrough has been made in negotiations with the German side.
A number of alternatives have been mentioned such as Brighton's Yankubah Minteh, Koln's Said El Mala and Lille's Matias Fernandez-Pardo.
But Liverpool legend Robbie Fowler has thrown a new name into the mix…
