Liverpool Have £50 Million Bid for Yankuba Minteh Rejected by Brighton Liverpool Football Club’s £50 million ($68 million) offer for Brighton & Hove Albion’s Yankuba Minteh has been rejected, according to sources close to the situation. The Gambia international, who joined Brighton from Newcastle United in the summer of 2024 for £30 million ($41 million), is currently sidelined due to a right leg injury sustained during a 3-0 friendly victory against Roma earlier this month. The injury requires surgery, and medical assessments indicate Minteh will be out for at least eight weeks. Despite his absence, sources suggest he remains eager to join Liverpool if a transfer deal can be finalized. Brighton, however, has shown reluctance to sanction Minteh’s departure, with the club prioritizing financial stability and long-term planning. The rejection of Liverpool’s bid comes as part of a broader summer transfer strategy for the Seagulls, who are evaluating multiple options to strengthen their squad. Minteh, who has made 66 Premier League appearances since his move, has contributed nine goals and eight assists, making him a key player for Brighton. His potential exit would leave a significant void in their attacking options. Liverpool, meanwhile, continues its efforts to bolster its attacking options ahead of the 2026-27 season. The club’s focus remains on signing forwards capable of operating on the wings, a priority highlighted by their interest in Paris Saint-Germain’s Bradley Barcola, who is valued at around £140 million ($190 million). Liverpool is also exploring opportunities involving Barcola’s teammate, Ibrahim Mbaye, who was omitted from PSG’s squad for their Trophee des Champions clash with Lens on Sunday.#paris_saint_germain #bradley_barcola #liverpool_football_club #brighton_and_hove_albion #yankuba_minteh
