Here's what’s going on with Liverpool right now — they’ve made a bit of a U-turn in their transfer plans. At first, they were chasing a player from the Bundesliga, but now that deal seems off. Not totally sure why, maybe it didn’t work out money-wise or the player just didn’t want to move. Either way, Liverpool seem to have moved on quickly.
Now, they’re looking at Hugo Ekitike, a young striker from Eintracht Frankfurt. And from what it sounds like, things are starting to heat up there. He’s not just any random name either — this guy had a pretty good season, scoring over 20 goals, and he’s only 22 years old. Clubs like Chelsea are also keeping an eye on him, but Liverpool seem to have taken the first real step.
Arne Slot Already Making Moves in the Market
Arne Slot hasn’t even had his first match as Liverpool manager, but he’s already diving into transfers. Honestly, it looks like he’s trying to shape the team fast — maybe even before pre-season begins.
Here’s what’s already going on with Liverpool:
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Jeremie Frimpong is expected to sign soon. Medical tests are reportedly done.
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There’s also serious interest in Florian Wirtz, and Liverpool might’ve already placed a big bid.
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Milos Kerkez is another name that keeps coming up. Seems like personal terms are done on that one.
So yeah, even though Jurgen Klopp just left, it’s not like Liverpool are slowing down. If anything, they’re speeding things up. Slot’s not wasting any time.
Why Hugo Ekitike Is Now on Liverpool's Radar
After walking away from the Bundesliga player — and also missing out on Alexander Isak, who’s staying at Newcastle — Liverpool have started focusing on Ekitike. And you know what? It kind of makes sense.
Ekitike scored 22 goals this season and helped Frankfurt qualify for the Champions League. That’s no small thing. He’s quick, tall, and seems confident on the ball. And since he can play both as a striker and out wide, that gives Slot more options with his tactics.
But here’s the tricky part — Frankfurt won’t let him go cheap. They’re asking for around €100 million. That’s a lot of money, but when you look at what other clubs are paying these days, it’s kind of normal for a player with that kind of output.
Chelsea Are Also in the Picture
Liverpool aren’t the only club interested in Ekitike. Chelsea are in the race too, and they’re also looking for a new striker. Honestly, Chelsea have been linked with a bunch of forwards lately, so it’s not super clear who their main target is right now.
Other names they’re watching include:
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Viktor Gyokeres
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Benjamin Sesko
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Victor Osimhen
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Jonathan David
From what’s being reported, Liverpool have already had some early talks with Ekitike’s side. Chelsea haven’t made a move just yet — at least not publicly. So maybe Liverpool have a bit of a head start.
What Happens Next?
At this point, it feels like Liverpool are trying to get their big signings done early — which is smart. With Slot coming in, they’ll want players who fit his system and are ready to go by the time pre-season kicks off.
As for Ekitike, it’s hard to say what he wants. Does he want to stay at Frankfurt and play Champions League football?
