Liverpool in Talks for Hugo Ekitike Transfer Amid Newcastle Interest
Liverpool has initiated discussions with Eintracht Frankfurt to secure the signing of Hugo Ekitike, as Newcastle also shows interest. Newcastle's bid for Ekitike was rejected by Frankfurt, who values the striker at £85m.
Liverpool have opened talks with Eintracht Frankfurt to sign Hugo Ekitike. The club made their approach after Sky Sports News revealed they were expected to rival Newcastle for the striker. Newcastle are aware of Liverpool's interest and reviewing their options. Liverpool moved for Ekitike after being told Alexander Isak is not for sale in this window. The Reds have been scoping out the market all summer for possible centre-forward options, but they have not made an offer for Isak. Frankfurt rejected Newcastle's £70m bid for Ekitike, valuing the striker at £85m. Ekitike scored 22 goals in 48 games last season for Frankfurt. Newcastle have had a club-record bid rejected for Ekitike.
According to the source: Sky Sports.
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