Liverpool have EMBARRASSED Newcastle in Hugo Ekitike talks
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According to Sport Bild, Frankfurt are holding out for a higher fee, but Liverpool’s strong relationship with the Bundesliga club may smooth negotiations. Ekitike has reportedly expressed his desire to join the Reds and is now awaiting a club-to-club agreement.
Liverpool have opened talks with Eintracht Frankfurt over a potential move for striker Hugo Ekitike. The Reds are looking to refashion their forward line this summer with Ekitike and Newcastle United's Alexander Isak their leading targets.
Liverpool are expected to rival Newcastle United for 23-year-old Eintracht Frankfurt striker Hugo Ekitike, after being told 25-year-old striker Alexander Isak is not for sale in this window. (Sky Sports) The Magpies feel the leaking of Liverpool's £120m interest is designed to unsettle Sweden international Isak.