US EditionLiverpool Stars Respond After Hugo Ekitike Sends Three-Word Message Following Premier League Debut - Liverpool Echo
Hugo Ekitike scored and assisted on his Liverpool debut while the match featured tributes to the late Diogo Jota and exposed defensive issues, Liverpool retained 61% possession, stats showed.
- On Friday, August 15, Liverpool opened the 2025-26 Premier League season at Anfield with a 4-2 win over Bournemouth, highlighted by Hugo Ekitike's debut impact.
- Liverpool signed 23-year-old French striker Hugo Ekitike from Eintracht Frankfurt for £69 million plus £10 million in add-ons to reinforce the attack after departures this summer.
- Ekitike scored first before halftime and assisted Cody Gakpo's goal, earning Man of the Match despite Bournemouth's late fightback with Antoine Semenyo scoring twice.
- Liverpool rejected Newcastle’s £110 million plus £10 million offer for Alexander Isak, who refuses to play for Newcastle to force a move, but no new offer has been made and his situation remains unchanged.
- Ekitike’s strong start impressed fans and pundits, leading some to suggest Isak may struggle for a Liverpool place, while the club’s focus remains on training, transfers, and upcoming fixtures.
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Alan Shearer sends Alexander Isak tongue-in-cheek message after Hugo Ekitike strike - The Mirror
Liverpool's new signing Hugo Ekitike grabbed a goal and an assist on his Premier League debut as Arne Slot's side opened their campaign with a 4-2 win over Bournemouth
·London, United Kingdom
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Arriving in Liverpool this summer, the French striker set the Reds on the road to success against Bournemouth (4-2) at the opening of the English championship on Friday.
Freshly arrived, Frenchman Hugo Ekitike contributed to the Reds' success this Friday evening against Bournemouth (4-2).
·Paris, France
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