Private jet activity suggests a Liverpool transfer could be imminent, as per flight tracking data highlighted by Sky News reporter Nicholas Bieber.
Taking to social media platform X, Bieber noted that a private aircraft had been scheduled to depart from Brighton Airport bound directly for Liverpool.
The timing of the flight triggered intense fan speculation online regarding the Reds’ high-profile pursuit of Brighton & Hove Albion winger Yankuba Minteh.
A private jet is about to fly from Brighton to Liverpool ??
Possibly related to Minteh-Liverpool talks? ?? pic.twitter.com/vjrNyXM8Re
— Nicholas Bieber (@nickbieber) August 21, 2026
However, Bieber was quick to temper initial fan hysteria with a practical follow-up update.
Clarifying the flight’s potential significance, he pointed out that without a signature “Here We Go” confirmation from transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, the movement is far more likely to involve representatives, agents, or club officials traveling to advance contractual negotiations rather than Minteh himself.
Because we've not yet had a 'here we go' from @FabrizioRomano, this flight will be more likely agents/club officials holding talks if it is related, rather than Minteh hobbling over for his medical… will have to wait and see ??
— Nicholas Bieber (@nickbieber) August 21, 2026
The 22-year-old Gambian international remains sidelined following leg surgery, meaning any medical procedures or physical travel for the player would be carefully managed.
Liverpool see second bid for Yankuba Minteh rejected
The flight activity comes amid reports that Liverpool have had a second bid for Minteh rejected by Brighton, with the Seagulls continuing to demand a fee closer to £70 million.
Having had an initial £50 million proposal turned down, the Reds returned with an improved approach, but Brighton are holding firm on their valuation.
Reports indicate the Seagulls are holding out for a transfer fee closer to £70 million to part ways with the dynamic attacker.
Despite Brighton’s firm stance, the mood around Anfield remains optimistic. Liverpool’s recruitment hierarchy believes a middle ground can be established before the transfer window closes.
Minteh is reportedly open to the move to Anfield, which could help Liverpool’s efforts to push the deal forward.
With the player seemingly receptive to a switch to Merseyside and negotiations continuing between the two Premier League clubs, the coming days could prove decisive.
For now, the private jet heading from Brighton to Liverpool is intriguing, but it should not be treated as confirmation that Minteh is on his way to Anfield.
Sorry for duplication, for me ,LFC has been reduced to an ordinary club.I so wish that speculation in relation to Bizos ,having shares is true.Some clubs are signing left,right and center,but LFC have not lifted a finger in trying to strengthen.
Good morning fans. Simeon, it’s not at all bad the motion at which Liverpool make to get the best thing done. Different club with different approach to issues I even commend FSG and hughes for their efforts for their approach now unlike 2012 to 2015. We sincerely hope the best will come and Liverpool will eventually compete favourably.
He’s not worth anymore than sixty milly
This is NOT going to be even a reasonable season. There seems to be be a deal of aimless scrambling in the incoming market with grasping at straws all over the place. I said a few weeks ago that nothing would come from dealings with PSG and that remains my position. An utter waste of time that could have been spent on more reasonably positive acquisitions. It’s like watching a bunch of amateurs.