Hugo Ekitike to sign 6-year contract at Liverpool | OneFootball

Fabrice Hawkins reports that Hugo Ekitike (23) will sign a six-year contract at Liverpool until 2031. The Frenchman’s move to the Premier League champions is getting closer after personal terms were agreed.

As reported on Thursday, Ektike informed Eintracht Frankfurt of his desire to join Liverpool although there has, as of yet, been no agreement between the two clubs. Fellow Premier League side Newcastle United submitted an offer to Eintracht for Ekitike – who scored 22 goals and provided 12 assists in 48 appearances last season – but the 23-year-old’s preference is Liverpool.

Ekitke was also left out of Eintracht Frankfurt’s starting eleven for their first pre-season friendly against FSV Frankfurt. One can only speculate as to why that might be, whether it’s to minimise the risk of any potential injury ahead of a move could be a contributing factor.

However, Eintracht also have no desire in selling Ekitke but if the price is right, and they have a replacement lined up, then it may be difficult to say no.

As is well known, the Hessen club prove tough negotiators. They brought in €95m from Paris Saint-Germain for Randal Kolo Muani after signing the Frenchman on a free transfer 12 months earlier, while they stood firm on their €75m asking price for Omar Marmoush, who is since excelling at Manchester City. As such, Eintracht Frankfurt find themselves in a healthy financial position and aren’t forced to sell. If Ekitiké does leave the Deutsche Bank Park this summer, SGE are well within their right to hold out for €90m-€100m for their prized asset.

GGFN | Daniel Pinder