US EditionHugo Ekitike 'prefers Liverpool move' as transfer battle takes fresh twist - Liverpool Echo
MERSEYSIDE, ENGLAND, JUL 17 – Liverpool have agreed a six-year contract with Hugo Ekitike after Newcastle ended their interest, with the striker scoring 22 goals and 12 assists last season for Eintracht Frankfurt.
- Jul 17, 2025, Liverpool are progressing in talks to sign striker Hugo Ekitike from Eintracht Frankfurt, sources told ESPN.
- Liverpool Football Club had initially pursued Alexander Isak, but due to unavailability, they pivoted to Hugo Ekitike to strengthen their attack.
- According to Sacha Tavolieri, Liverpool's opening bid was turned down by Eintracht Frankfurt, with the verbal £70m offer falling short of the £77m asking price, talkSPORT reports.
- Fjortoft said, `"the player prefers to play for Liverpool"`, and reports indicate Ekitike has submitted a transfer request, showing his strong preference for Liverpool.
- In the closing stages of the summer window, Liverpool are closing in on a deal for Hugo Ekitike, with an expected £100m offer and personal terms agreed, ATTRIBUTION: YES.
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Hugo Ekitike takes drastic action in desperate bid to force Liverpool transfer - The Mirror
Liverpool are closing in on the signing of Eintracht Frankfurt striker Hugo Ekitike after they moved ahead of Newcastle in the race for the Frenchman, who has already agreed terms with the Reds
·London, United Kingdom
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Liverpool agree personal terms with Hugo Ekitike, wait on Isak stance: Reports
Premier League: Liverpool have shifted focus to Hugo Ekitike after Newcastle refused to part with Alexander Isak. With a verbal agreement in place, the Reds are pushing to seal a £70m+ deal before the transfer window closes.
·India
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The Slovenian striker will apparently play the first part of the season in Leipzig. Arsenal and Liverpool have brought in new strikers.
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