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Liverpool’s summer of spending has created one of the most intriguing battles for places we have seen at Anfield in years. Hugo Ekitike, who joined from Eintracht Frankfurt for a package worth up to £79m, has already scored three goals in his first four games for us.

Soccer News / Sporting News / September 8

Hugo Ekitike sends message to Arne Slot as Isak arrival threatens his striker role

Hugo Ekitike is ready to fight for his Liverpool future despite Alexander Isak’s record-breaking arrival.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / September 8

Frankfurt representative confirms why Ekitike chose Liverpool over Newcastle

Liverpool’s move for Hugo Ekitike has been given fresh context after an agent revealed how we beat Newcastle United to his signature this summer. Speaking to TuttoSport, agent Ali Barat explained: “I was working on behalf of Eintracht Frankfurt to bring him to Newcastle.

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Stan Collymore highly impressed by what he’s seen from ‘solid 8/10’ Liverpool summer signing

Stan Collymore has been impressed by what he’s seen from one of Liverpool’s summer signings in his first few games at Anfield. In July, the Reds snapped up Hugo Ekitike from Eintracht Frankfurt for an initial £69m, with that potentially rising to £79m with add-ons (The Independent).

Liverpool FC News / Empire of the Kop / September 4

How Isak’s mood shifted after Liverpool sealed Ekitike deal – Athletic

Liverpool’s pursuit of Alexander Isak took a decisive turn once Hugo Ekitike joined us this summer, with The Athletic outlining how the Newcastle striker’s mood changed immediately after that deal was completed.

Olympique Lyonnais News / ESPN / August 31

Ekitike gets first France call-up after Cherki injury

Manchester City playmaker Rayan Cherki will be out for around two months and has been replaced in the France squad by Liverpool striker Hugo Ekitike.

Soccer News / Extratime Talk / August 30

Hugo Ekitike at Liverpool vs Benjamin Sesko at Manchester United

Amid their contrasting fortunes, Hugo Ekitike at Liverpool vs Benjamin Sesko at Manchester United shows how differently the two Bundesliga strikers have started life in the Premier League.

Chelsea want £79m Ekitike money for their major asset – but have one ace up their sleeve

We’ve been looking forward to the Daily Mail’s Chelsea confidential for this week, and it hasn’t disappointed. Kieran Gill’s weekly piece is always full of juicy bits, and this week the lead story is on the biggest remaining plotline of this summer, potentially.

Paris Saint-Germain News / NBC Sports / August 25

Watch: 'HE IS LETHAL!': Hugo Ekitike doubles Liverpool's lead v. Newcastle | Premier League

Liverpool Predicted Lineup Vs Newcastle United for August 25

Liverpool play Newcastle United in their first away fixture of the Premier League season, at St James’ Park. The match takes place on August 25. The Reds are defending their title, whilst Newcastle will be hoping to seek revenge on the Merseyside outfit for stealing target Hugo Ekitike.

Soccer News / Sporting News / August 22

Eddie Howe makes blunt 'Ekitike' admission before the Liverpool clash

Eddie Howe have given his honest thoughts on Hugo Ekitike before the Liverpool clash.

Soccer News / Extratime Talk / August 22

Fantasy Football Matchweek 2: Buy, Sell, Injury Report

As we approach Fantasy Football Matchweek 2 of the Premier League, scheduled from Friday, August 22, to Monday, August 25, it’s essential for FPL managers to strategise effectively to maximise their points.

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Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / August 21

Ian Wright instantly disagreed with Gary Neville on Hugo Ekitike

Ian Wright had a minor disagreement with co-host Gary Neville over Liverpool signing Hugo Ekitike. The Frenchman moved to Merseyside this summer to the tune of £69m (initial fee) from Eintracht Frankfurt.

Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / August 20

Tottenham set to profit from sale of former striker who has more goals than Yamal and Ekitike in 2025

Although they lost to Paris Saint-Germain the UEFA Super Cup, Tottenham Hotspur have still had a very good start to the 2025-26 season. They beat Burnley in the opening game of their Premier League campaign, and the team’s performance in this match was highly encouraging.

Paris Saint-Germain News / NBC Sports / August 20

Watch: Liverpool have a 'modern-day forward' in Hugo Ekitike | Premier League

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / August 19

‘It was amazing’ – Hugo Ekitike just loved one thing Liverpool fans did at Anfield on Friday

Hugo Ekitike is already a smash hit among Liverpool supporters, judging by the sights and sounds of Anfield on Friday night! The £69m summer signing from

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / August 19

‘There are legs in it’ – BBC reporter backs Liverpool to clinch ‘exceptional’ signing this month

Liverpool have been backed to secure at least one more major signing before the end of the summer transfer window. The Reds have already been hugely active in the marketplace, spending almost £300m on the likes of Florian Wirtz and Hugo Ekitike since the beginning of June, but they mightn’t be finished adding to Arne Slot’s squad just yet.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / August 18

‘Very promising’ – Shearer loved one thing Hugo Ekitike did in Liverpool’s win other than his goal

Hugo Ekitike has already earned plaudits from the Premier League’s all-time leading goalscorer after only one match in the division. The Liverpool centre-forward

Crystal Palace News / Extratime Talk / August 16

Hugo Ekitike’s Elite Movement Is Going To Be an Asset for Liverpool

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Paris Saint-Germain News / PSG Talk / July 24

Revealed: What PSG Earned From Hugo Ekitike’s Transfer to Liverpool

The Athletic’s Adam Crafton reports that Liverpool received €17 million (£15 million) this week from a sell-on clause tied to Ekitiké’s transfer. On top of that, the club has brought in at least £200 million thanks to their Champions League triumph and finishing as runners-up at the Club World Cup.

Soccer News / Extratime Talk / July 23