US EditionNewcastle United 'Interested' in Dream Isak Teammate as Howe Eyes £86m Transfer
ENGLAND, JUL 12 – Newcastle aims to strengthen attacking depth by targeting Hugo Ekitike, who scored 22 goals last season, as backup for top scorer Alexander Isak amid Champions League demands.
- Recently, Newcastle United rekindled their interest in Hugo Ekitike, whose £86m release clause aims to secure him as a partner for Alexander Isak.
- Newcastle's need for strike depth arises from Champions League demands, Callum Wilson's departure leaving only Will Osula as backup, and the club's goal to strengthen their attacking options.
- Newcastle contact Ekitike’s representatives, aware of his £86m release clause and his 22-goal season at Frankfurt.
- Newcastle's pursuit of Ekitike, a potential record signing, heightens competition with Liverpool, Chelsea, and Manchester United, intensifying rival fears.
- In the coming days, Newcastle’s third attempt since 2022 to sign Ekitike is prompted by Frankfurt’s recent striker signing, with negotiations ongoing for his £86m release clause.
15 Articles
15 Articles
Newcastle zero in on striker Hugo Ekitike despite £86 million release clause
Luke Edwards 12 July 2025 at 2:49 pm UTC·2 min read Newcastle United have rekindled their interest in French forward Hugo Ekitike as they look to find a striker to play alongside Alexander Isak. Having missed out on Brazil international Joao Pedro earlier this month, when he preferred a move from Brighton to Chelsea, Newcastle are still hoping to sign another striker in this window.Advertisement Advertisement Advertisement With Champions League
Newcastle make Alexander Isak decision after opening talks for Man Utd target
Isak has been strongly linked with Liverpool (Picture: Getty Images) Newcastle United are plotting another move for Hugo Ekitike, hoping to sign the striker to play alongside Alexander Isak rather than replacing him. Ekitike has attracted interest from Liverpool, Chelsea and Manchester United this summer with his 22 goals last season helping Eintracht Frankfurt qualify for the Champions League. A huge €100million (£86m) release clause poses a ma…
Coverage Details
Bias Distribution
- 50% of the sources lean Right
To view factuality data please Upgrade to Premium
