Ekitike has already agreed on personal terms over a six-year contract with Liverpool. The move comes after Arne Slot’s desire for a new striker following his lack of confidence in Darwin Nunez and the sad demise of Diogo Jota.
Hugo Ekitike rejects Manchester United and Newcastle United
Hugo Ekitike Only Wants Liverpool as Club and Player Agree Personal Terms – The Liverpool Offside
While Liverpool are closing in on the £75-80 million-rated striker, Fabrice Hawkins has claimed Ekitike rejected several other suitors in favour of joining Liverpool. Manchester United were keen, ut it appears the Frenchman has rejected their overtures.
Meanwhile, Newcastle United have walked away from talks as they have been linked with Brentford’s Yoane Wissa. As for Liverpool, they have seemingly chosen Higo Ekitike as the favoured option once it became clear that Isak would not be available this summer, although the Frenchman is a solid enough choice to lead the line next season.