Liverpool have reportedly reached an agreement to sign French striker Hugo Ekitike from Eintracht Frankfurt in a blockbuster deal that could rise to £79 million. The Reds will pay an initial £69 million for the highly rated forward, with an additional £10 million tied to performance-based add-ons.
The Premier League giants shifted their attention to Ekitike after being priced out of a move for Newcastle United’s Alexander Isak, whose valuation soared to around £150 million. While both Newcastle and Manchester United had shown interest in Ekitike, it appears Liverpool have won the race to secure one of Europe’s brightest young attacking talents.
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At just 23, Ekitike enjoyed a standout season in Germany, scoring 22 goals in 48 appearances across all competitions for Frankfurt. His explosive form has caught the attention of top clubs across the continent, but it’s Liverpool who now look set to integrate him into their new era under manager Arne Slot.
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Ekitike is expected to join up with the Liverpool squad during their pre-season tour of Asia, where he will begin preparations for the 2025/26 campaign. The move not only bolsters the Reds’ attacking options but also signals the club’s intent to invest heavily in youth and attacking firepower as they look to defend their Premier League title.
If the final paperwork is completed as expected, this transfer will become one of the most high-profile deals of the summer window — and a significant statement from Liverpool in the European football landscape.
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