Yankuba Minteh
21-Year-Old
Brighton & Hove Albion
Premier
2025 Fantasy Outlook
Minteh had an impressive 2024/25 season given that he didn't have the hype of a major signing. Newcastle had to offload him last summer and that became the benefit of Brighton. He evolved to become a regular starter as the season progressed, finishing with double-digit goal contributions (six goals, four assists) while playing a significant role on either flank. He fits perfectly with Brighton's direct attacking style and played all but one match he was fit for, starting 13 league matches since February, a good sign for time heading into 2025/26.
Can't play full game
Minteh is not fit to play a full game, coach Fabian Hurzeler said in the press conference, according to Derren Howard from the Sussex Express. "Yeah, that's for example one player we need to manage. We don't know if he's able to start or not start. He came back after a small issue so it's definitely someone we need to manage at the moment and therefore that's a good example what I meant, with the individual players who are not on the highest level and that's what we have to work on and we have to get them back on track."
ANALYSIS
Minteh still has to build his fitness following his return from his thigh injury and isn't yet fit to play the full 90 minutes. The forward will likely see some playing time off bench to allow him to gradually build on his fitness before claiming back his undisputed starter role for the Seagulls.
Minteh still has to build his fitness following his return from his thigh injury and isn't yet fit to play the full 90 minutes. The forward will likely see some playing time off bench to allow him to gradually build on his fitness before claiming back his undisputed starter role for the Seagulls.
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Available against Bournemouth
Minteh (thigh) is available for Monday's clash against Bournemouth, coach Fabian Hurzeler said in the press conference, according to Chris Nightingale from Sky Sports.
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Battling dead leg
Minteh (thigh) remains a doubt moving forward, coach Fabian Hurzeler said in a press conference. "We need to see how far along he is today (Friday) in the training session. It's a dead leg, so there could be a chance but we have to see how he is. But dead legs sometimes needs time, sometimes they heal quicker."
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Missing again
Minteh (thigh) is out for Wednesday's match against Manchester City.
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Still doubtful against City
Minteh (thigh) missed Saturday's win against Burnley following his dead leg and still remains a doubt for Wednesday's clash against Manchester City, coach Fabian Hurzeler said in the press conference. "We need to have a look at Minteh. It's still not perfect, but there's a small chance that he will be available tomorrow."
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Only dealt dead leg
Minteh (thigh) was only dealt a dead leg and is an option for Saturday's match against Burnley, according to manager Fabian Hurzeler. "Yes, the scan is fine. It was just a dead leg. Let's see how training goes today, then we'll see if he can start or not."
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Liverpool eyeing move?
Liverpool are believed to be interested in Minteh, according to Football Insider.
ANALYSIS
The Reds are doing their due diligence to sign the 21-year-old winger, who worked with Arne Slot at Feyenoord, and they feel he might be a potential long-term replacement for Mohamed Salah. Minteh has been one of the best players for Brighton in the 2025/26 season, so it's not surprising to see some of the big clubs showing interest in him.
The Reds are doing their due diligence to sign the 21-year-old winger, who worked with Arne Slot at Feyenoord, and they feel he might be a potential long-term replacement for Mohamed Salah. Minteh has been one of the best players for Brighton in the 2025/26 season, so it's not surprising to see some of the big clubs showing interest in him.