Hugo Ekitike expected in Liverpool for medical ahead of €95m move from Frankfurt | OneFootball

According to a report from Fabrice Hawkins, Frankfurt striker Hugo Ekitike (23) is expected to travel to Liverpool today ahead of signing a six-year deal with the Reds. The France U21 international is then set to join his new teammates in Japan where the Premier League champions are undergoing pre-season preparations. Liverpool reportedly reached an agreement with Frankfurt last week over the former Paris Saint-Germain forward, as per a report from The Athletic. The striker enjoyed a blistering first full season in Germany after moving to Frankfurt from Paris Saint-Germain – netting 22 goals and 12 assists in all competitions last term.

Ekitike’s form reignited interest from Newcastle, who reportedly had a €75m bid rejected earlier this summer. Liverpool then entered the race, having also made contact with Newcastle over Alexander Isak and showing a willingness to spend over £120m. Fabrice Hawkins reports that Liverpool and Frankfurt reached an agreement worth €95m plus bonuses.GFFN | George Boxall