Liverpool are reportedly poised to accelerate their pursuit of Eintracht Frankfurt’s prolific striker Hugo Ekitike, with sources suggesting the Merseyside club is brimming with confidence about clinching the deal this summer.
Having already bolstered their ranks with five new signings, including notable additions such as Milos Kerkez, Florian Wirtz, and Jeremie Frimpong, the Anfield outfit remains highly active in the transfer market. Their efforts are firmly in support of manager Arne Slot, whose tactical acumen guided the Reds to a triumphant Premier League campaign last season.
The focus now turns to further enhancing their attacking options, with a new centre-forward high on the agenda for Slot and Liverpool’s sporting director, Richard Hughes. The potential departure of Darwin Nunez is pivotal to these plans; ongoing negotiations with Napoli could see the Uruguayan leave for approximately €60m.
Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano has confirmed that Hugo Ekitike is a leading candidate to replace Nunez. Discussing the situation on his YouTube channel, Romano revealed, “Liverpool are actively working on this deal as they explore the possibility of adding Hugo Ekitike to their squad. The club is intent on securing another striker, contingent upon the resolution of Nunez’s future.”
While Romano cautioned that an immediate agreement is unlikely, he remains confident about Ekitike’s prospects: “The Premier League is still a likely destination for a striker who excelled last season. Liverpool has consistently shown strong interest in his signing, although timing hinges on Nunez’s exit.”
In the latest twist, Spanish outlet Fichajes reports that Liverpool are intensifying their efforts to land Ekitike, identifying him as a prime target for the summer. With rivals Chelsea and Manchester United also eyeing the French talent, Liverpool appear ready to make the initial stride.
The move, driven by the club’s ambition and recent success, suggests that Liverpool are ‘fully confident’ that their sporting ambitions and the allure of competing for major honours will prove decisive in securing Ekitike’s signature. While competition from other English clubs remains fierce, the story is unfolding, and Ekitike’s potential move to Anfield could soon become a reality.
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