🔴 Liverpool Transfer News: Ekitike Deal Gains Steam as Núñez Eyes Napoli Switch
Liverpool are intensifying their pursuit of Hugo Ekitike, while negotiations accelerate for Darwin Núñez to join Napoli — setting up a possible striker swap this summer.
🚨 Ekitike: The Reds’ Next No. 9?
Transfer insider Fabrizio Romano has confirmed that Liverpool are actively pushing to sign Hugo Ekitike from Eintracht Frankfurt. The 22-year-old French forward had a breakout Bundesliga season, registering 19 goals and 8 assists, and has quickly risen to the top of Liverpool’s shortlist.
“Liverpool are discussing the possibility of adding Hugo Ekitike to their squad,” Romano reported.
With a valuation of €100 million, Ekitike would represent a major investment and signal Arne Slot’s intent to reshape the Reds’ attack with youth, pace, and clinical finishing.
🔁 Darwin Núñez: Set for a Serie A Reboot?
Meanwhile, Napoli are ramping up talks to sign Darwin Núñez, who appears set to leave Anfield after a mixed stint. The Uruguayan striker is Napoli’s top target to replace Victor Osimhen, who recently departed.
Negotiations are ongoing, with Napoli trying to reduce Liverpool’s asking price of €58 million (£50m). Núñez, for his part, is reportedly keen on the move.
Romano: “He’s prioritizing a move to the Serie A side.”
🏁 Frankfurt Open to Selling Ekitike
Eintracht Frankfurt’s CEO, Markus Krosche, told Sport1 that the club would allow Ekitike to leave — for the right price:
“If a player grows beyond the club, we are ready to let him go.”
⚖️ What’s Next for Liverpool?
If Núñez’s departure is finalized, Liverpool would have the financial power to accelerate the Ekitike deal — potentially making the Frenchman the focal point of Arne Slot’s new-look attack
