Liverpool are reportedly eyeing Eintracht Frankfurt striker Hugo Ekitike as a potential signing this summer, though they’ll face stiff competition from Chelsea.
The 22-year-old French forward has caught attention with an impressive season in Germany, registering 22 goals and 12 assists across all competitions.
Liverpool Keen on Ekitike
According to Sky Sports, both new manager Arne Slot and sporting director Michael Edwards are big admirers of Ekitike and have already made early inquiries about a possible transfer. Liverpool are said to be exploring the move as part of a strategic effort to bring in a more consistent goal-scorer—potentially as a replacement for Darwin Nunez.
Although Ekitike has a €100 million release clause in his contract, it’s widely believed that Frankfurt would accept a lower fee, given his relative inexperience at the elite level.
Chelsea Also Monitoring the Situation
Chelsea are also tracking Ekitike closely as they look to strengthen their forward line. With Nicolas Jackson struggling to find consistent form, the club is actively assessing new attacking options.
Ekitike’s success in the Bundesliga and his versatile skill set suggest he could transition well to the Premier League. With both Liverpool and Chelsea interested, the young striker has two compelling options that could elevate his career. His next move is shaping up to be one of the more intriguing transfer stories of the summer.
