Liverpool target Brighton winger Yankuba Minteh as Yan Diomande alternative | OneFootball

Liverpool are close to completing a deal for Osasuna forward Victor Munoz after triggering his €40 million release clause.

Liverpool are also keen on signing another forward with RB Leipzig’s Yan Diomande being their primary target.

Paris Saint-Germain, Arsenal and Manchester United are also interested in the Ivorian.

Leipzig are reluctant to sell the 19-year-old and have offered him a new contract. They would only listen to offers in excess of €100m to sell him.

Liverpool eye Yankuba Minteh as Diomande’s alternative

Liverpool are exploring the market for alternatives if they miss out on Diomande, with pace being the criterion for any signing.

Brighton & Hove Albion winger Yankuba Minteh is on the Reds’ shortlist, according to journalist Ben Jacobs.

PSG’s Bradley Barcola, FC Koln’s Said El Mala, and Lille’s Matias Fernandez-Pardo are other alternatives being considered.

Minteh is widely considered one of the most lethal wingers in the Premier League, due to his pace and attacking flair.

The 21-year-old clocked 36.11 km/h against Manchester City in the league last season, making him the fastest Brighton player.

Minteh averaged 1.9 successful dribbles per game, with only Jeremy Doku, Iliman Ndiaye and Mohamed Kudus registering more in the Premier League.

The Gambia international produces decisive passes and accurate crosses, adding to his attacking attributes. He can also operate across both flanks.

However, his end product needs improvement. He registered just seven league goal involvements in 34 games last season.

Minteh has three years left on his contract, meaning Liverpool could pay a sizeable fee for him. It remains to be seen whether Brighton would listen to offers for the Gambian.

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