Media watchLiverpool close in on Ekitike in £70m-plus deal

Published 17th July 2025

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Liverpool are in advanced talks to sign Eintracht Frankfurt striker Hugo Ekitike in a deal worth more than £70m.

Multiple sources have indicated that Liverpool aim to have the transfer wrapped up by this weekend.

Newcastle have had a £70m offer for Ekitike rejected by Frankfurt, with Liverpool's offer expected to surpass it.

Ekitike is open to joining the Premier League champions, who want to sign a central striker.

Full story: BBC Sport

Published 17th July 2025

This story has been reproduced from the media. It does not necessarily represent the position of Liverpool Football Club.