Liverpool are in talks to sign Eintracht Frankfurt striker Hugo Ekitike for a reported £84 million, aiming to boost their attacking options.
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The 22-year-old French forward had a standout season, scoring 15 goals and providing eight assists in the Bundesliga.
His performances have caught the attention of several top clubs, including Chelsea, who are also reportedly interested in him.
Liverpool’s interest comes amid speculation over Darwin Nunez’s future, as the club looks to strengthen its frontline for next season.
Beyond Ekitike, Liverpool are pursuing other targets such as Bayer Leverkusen duo Jeremie Frimpong and Florian Wirtz.
Additionally, Bournemouth’s Milos Kerkez is also on Liverpool’s radar as part of a broader squad rebuild.
These transfer plans show the club’s ambition to compete strongly domestically and in Europe under new manager Arne Slot.
While no formal offer has been made yet, preliminary discussions suggest Liverpool’s serious intent to secure Ekitike’s signature, reports Chronicle.
Michael Edwards, Liverpool’s executive, has been heavily involved in these negotiations, viewing Ekitike as a key asset for the club’s future.
The transfer would represent a major investment but could provide the firepower Liverpool need to challenge for trophies in the coming seasons.
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