- Several European elites are courting Ekitike
- Has 22 goals and 12 assists across all competitions
- Apart from Chelsea, Arsenal & Liverpool are also monitoring
Getty Images SportChelsea's priority striker?! Blues in talks over move for €100m-rated Hugo Ekitike with Frankfurt hitman high on shortlist
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Getty ImagesTHE BIGGER PICTURE
According to RMC Sport,Chelsea have entered advanced discussions to sign Ekitike, with the French striker identified as a key target heading into the summer transfer window. However, Chelsea are not the only English side monitoring Ekitike’s situation. Arsenal and Liverpool have also made inquiries and are said to have held preliminary discussions with Frankfurt. Nonetheless, Chelsea’s scouting presence at Ekitike’s matches — including their visit to Frankfurt’s final Bundesliga fixture against SC Freiburg — indicates the Blues are positioning themselves as serious contenders.
(C)Getty ImagesWHAT NEXT FOR EKITIKE?
As it stands, Chelsea are in a strong position to return to Champions League football next season. Sitting fifth in the Premier League table, they control their own fate and need a win against Nottingham Forest on Sunday to confirm their qualification. That return to Europe’s elite competition would significantly boost their appeal in negotiations with Ekitike, who will no doubt be considering the sporting project and continental exposure offered by his next club.
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