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, 2026However, 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, 2026The 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 rejectedThe 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.The post Sky reporter tracks private jet heading to Liverpool sparking fresh transfer speculation appeared first on CaughtOffside.