Former Liverpool star Djibril Cisse thinks Hugo Ekitike could be the club's new Peter Crouch, but has warned he will need time to settle at Anfield. Ekitike is all set to sign for the Reds after the Premier League champions agreed on a £79 million ($106m) deal with Bundesliga side Eintracht Frankfurt. A six-year contract has been lined up for the 23-year-old, who was also linked with Newcastle.
Tottenham chief Daniel Levy is looking to exploit his "good relationship" with Real Madrid to sign Rodrygo this summer. Spurs are the latest club to join the transfer race for the Brazilian alongside Bayern Munich, Liverpool and Arsenal. Rodrygo, though, will make a decision on his future only after a discussion with Real boss Xabi Alonso.
Bayern Munich believe Liverpool will soften their stance on selling Luis Diaz this summer after spending close to £300 million ($402m) in the ongoing transfer window. The Reds are close to signing Hugo Ekitike from Eintracht Frankfurt, which could convince them to allow Diaz to exit Anfield. The Colombian winger is keen to leave the Reds and join the Bundesliga giants.
Rival fans have accused Liverpool of 'trying to buy the league' as the Reds are close to sealing a huge £79 million ($106m) move for Eintracht Frankfurt star Hugo Ekitike. The Premier League champions had already spent more than £200m ($270m) on transfers this summer and are now on the verge of securing the signature of Ekitike ahead of rivals Newcastle.
Saudi Pro League giants Al-Hilal have reportedly entered the race to sign Newcastle United star Alexander Isak. Al-Hilal, who are looking for a new forward, are ready to compete with Liverpool to secure a transfer for the Swedish striker. The club are reportedly preparing a massive €130 million (£112m/$151m) offer to convince the Magpies to part ways with Isak.
Federico Chiesa has not been included in Liverpool’s 29-man squad for their pre-season tour of Asia, raising fresh questions about his future at Anfield. The Italy international, who struggled to break into Arne Slot’s plans last season, was a surprise omission despite scoring in a 5-0 friendly win over Stoke City just hours before the squad departed.
Newcastle United boss Eddie Howe has admitted to growing frustration in the transfer market after the Magpies missed out on multiple key targets to Premier League rivals, including Bryan Mbeumo, Liam Delap, Joao Pedro and Hugo Ekitike. While Chelsea, Manchester United and Liverpool have all been very active, Newcastle's transfer activity remains stifled due to financial restrictions.
Liverpool have submitted a €90 million (£78m/$105m) bid to Eintracht Frankfurt for French striker Hugo Ekitike. Sky Sports have revealed that an agreement in principle has been established between Liverpool and Eintracht Frankfurt, laying the groundwork for what could soon become one of the most significant deals of the summer.
Alexander Isak's future at Newcastle United remains up in the air as he was left out of the squad for their pre-season friendly against Celtic at Parkhead. Manager Eddie Howe confirmed that the Swedish striker was deliberately withdrawn from the matchday squad as speculation around a potential move to Liverpool continues to gather pace.
Liverpool have submitted a bid worth €75 million (£65m/$87m) to sign Eintracht Frankfurt forward Hugo Ekitike. The Reds are keen on signing a No.9 this summer and want to wrap up the transfer as soon as possible. Newcastle United were also keen on signing the striker, however, the German club is reportedly prioritising the Reds' offer.
Liverpool are desperate to add a new No.9 to their squad ahead of the new season, but will have to look elsewhere now that Alexander Isak no longer seems to be an option
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