Liverpool is optimistic about securing the €100 million signing of a 22-year-old forward, outpacing Manchester United in the race.
The competition to sign Hugo Ekitike is intensifying, with Premier League clubs such as Liverpool, Chelsea, and Manchester United closely watching the situation this summer.
Eintracht Frankfurt has set a hefty €100 million price tag on the 22-year-old, which may prolong negotiations.
Liverpool is optimistic about securing Ekitike ahead of their rivals, according to Sky Sport reporter Florian Plettenberg.
The Reds have indicated their interest to both Ekitike’s representatives and Eintracht Frankfurt but have clarified that any concrete actions will hinge on outgoing transfers.
Liverpool is looking to sell Darwin Nunez this summer and has identified Ekitike as a potential replacement. However, they need to generate funds through player sales before moving forward with the French striker.
Nunez, whose performance has been inconsistent since joining, could be sold, freeing up both funds and space for a new striker.
Ekitike is reportedly aware of Liverpool’s situation and is willing to wait for the club to resolve its internal matters before making a decision.
Chelsea remains actively involved in the race, evaluating options for attacking reinforcements.
Manchester United has also shown interest, having contacted Eintracht Frankfurt to inquire about Ekitike’s availability. The Red Devils aim to bolster their attacking options, viewing Ekitike as a transformative addition alongside new signing Matheus Cunha.
All three clubs have been informed that Frankfurt will not consider offers below €100 million, so this saga is likely to continue evolving as clubs make their moves. Currently, Liverpool leads the pursuit of the French attacker from the Bundesliga.
Additionally, the Reds are monitoring Newcastle United winger Anthony Gordon, whom they nearly signed last summer. On the defensive front, they have been linked with a move for Sporting’s Goncalo Inacio.
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