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MERSEYSIDE, ENGLAND, JUL 16 – Newcastle United has withdrawn from the competition, leaving Liverpool FC as the primary club advancing in negotiations to sign Eintracht Frankfurt striker Hugo Ekitike.

  • Thursday, Liverpool intensified talks for Hugo Ekitike, and Luke Edwards reports that PIF chiefs are `unimpressed' and see Liverpool's tactics as `bullying', leading Newcastle to pull out.
  • Having spent nearly £200m this summer, Liverpool indicated willingness to pay a British-record £120m for Alexander Isak, fueling their striker pursuit.
  • Liverpool have approached Eintracht Frankfurt for a potential summer move for Ekitike, and David Ornstein reported Wednesday that Liverpool are interested in signing Ekitike.
  • Having pulled out of the race, Newcastle United now focuses on targets including Yoane Wissa, aiming to strengthen ahead of Champions League return.
  • Beyond this summer, the Saudi Public Investment Fund and Yasir Al-Rumayyan's five-year plan suggest long-term ambitions, supported by `Luke Edwards`'s reporting, with significant outlays for future signings and Nunez's expected departure paving the way.
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MySportDab broke the news in on Wednesday, July 16, 2025.
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