Liverpool "make second approach" to sign Yankuba Minteh alternative

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It has been widely reported that the Reds have "opened talks" with Crystal Palace as they seek to sign Ismaïla Sarr. The Senegalese international is valued at around £50 million, and is eager to join Liverpool, while the Eagles have already rejected two bids from Galatasaray for his signature already.

The 28 year old was very much the Reds' second choice. As reported by journalist François Plateau, Liverpool have "made a second approach" to Real Madrid about Endrick, aiming to "sound out" his availability.

Who is Endrick and why do Liverpool want to sign him? Still infrequently used by Xabi Alonso, Endrick spent the second half of last season on loan at Olympique Lyonnais, scoring five Ligue 1 goals for les Gones, as well as netting twice in the Coupe de France and against Celta Vigo at Balaídos in the Europa League. — FOX Soccer (@FOXSoccer) February 4, 2026Thus, still only 20 years old, he is clearly supremely talented, but just needs a platform on which to perform.