Liverpool handed major Yankuba Minteh injury concern amid Brighton negotiations

Liverpool are continuing negotiations with Brighton for Yankuba Minteh despite the winger facing a lengthy spell on the sidelines.

The 22-year-old remains one of Andoni Iraola’s main attacking targets as Liverpool look for a long-term replacement for Mohamed Salah on the right.

Minteh’s left-footed profile, pace and ability to attack from wide areas make him an obvious stylistic fit, but his current injury situation adds a significant complication to an already expensive deal.

Liverpool still want Minteh despite injury

According to Florian Plettenberg, talks between Liverpool and Brighton remain ongoing, with the Reds still determined to sign Minteh.

The Gambia international is currently expected to need another two to three months before he is fully match-fit.

Even so, Liverpool have not been put off and continue to value his ability to play from the right while cutting inside onto his stronger left foot.

Liverpool have already tested Brighton twice. Sky Sports reported that Brighton rejected an improved £60m offer after previously turning down £50m, with the Seagulls valuing Minteh closer to £70m.

The same report confirmed that his injury is expected to keep him out until around October.

Liverpool’s interest remains serious, with talkSPORT reporting that the club are considering one final bid and could move closer to Brighton’s £70m asking price.