Minteh Future Transfer
Brighton Manager Fabian Hurzeler Says Yankuba Minteh Can Secure Future Dream Move
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Key Points
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Minteh joined Brighton from Newcastle United for £30 million in 2024.
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Beyond his 10 goals and nine assists, Minteh led Brighton during the cited period in chances created, with 82, and completed dribbles, with 121.
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Liverpool retained Cody Gakpo for squad depth after he attracted late interest from Manchester City when the club’s pursuit of a right winger stalled.
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Brighton’s injury update indicated that Minteh could be unavailable until October or November after suffering the ankle injury in pre-season, a factor that discouraged Liverpool from increasing its offer.
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Hurzeler said Minteh remains committed to Brighton, emphasizing that the winger must complete his rehabilitation, rejoin the group and perform at the highest level before earning another major-transfer opportunity.
Liverpool's summer pursuit of Brighton winger Yankuba Minteh fell short after the club rejected bids of £50 million and £60 million, but Brighton manager Fabian Hurzeler has left the door open for a January move. ESPN reported that Hurzeler said Minteh can "fulfil his dream" of joining a major club in a future transfer window, provided he helps Brighton succeed and performs at the highest level. The 22-year-old Gambian winger is currently recovering from ankle surgery and is expected to return to action later in the year, making an immediate January transfer uncertain.
Brighton valued Minteh at approximately £70 million during summer negotiations. Caught Offside reported that Liverpool ultimately signed Bradley Barcola and Victor Munoz as alternatives, though neither fills the natural right-wing gap left by Mohamed Salah's occasional need for rotation. Minteh has recorded 10 goals and 9 assists in 73 appearances for Brighton since joining from Newcastle United for £30 million in 2024.
Why Liverpool Walked Away in Summer
The injury setback proved decisive in Liverpool's decision not to raise their bid beyond £60 million. ESPN noted that Minteh suffered an ankle injury in pre-season and was expected to miss action until October or November. This timeline made a quick integration into Liverpool's squad unlikely, reducing the urgency to meet Brighton's £70 million valuation. Liverpool's hesitation gave them time to explore other options instead.
Hurzeler's Challenge: Perform, Then Move
Brighton's manager has made clear that Minteh's next dream move depends entirely on his commitment now. ESPN reported Hurzeler's message: Minteh must complete his rehabilitation, rejoin the group, and perform at the highest level. "Maybe he will fulfil his dream in the next transfer window," SB Nation quoted Hurzeler as saying. The condition is not a guarantee—it's a roadmap. If Minteh struggles or shows low effort when he returns, Brighton will have leverage to keep him or demand an even higher fee.
A Breakout Season Hidden by Injury
Before the ankle injury, Minteh was thriving at Brighton. Beyond his 10 goals and 9 assists, he led the team in chances created with 82 and completed dribbles with 121. These numbers show a player operating at elite level for a club-record signing. Minteh's ability to create and penetrate defenses is exactly what Liverpool sought on the right wing. A healthy return in late 2024 could reignite interest from Liverpool and other top clubs come January.
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