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Following a bold approach to Newcastle for Alexander Isak — reportedly worth £120 million — the club were met with the same firm stance they’ve encountered all summer: the player is not for sale.

Now, Liverpool have made a breakthrough in talks for Hugo Ekitike, with the player said to be prioritising a move to Anfield.

Ekitike is a polarising name among fans, with questions swirling around finishing, readiness, and pricetag.



There are still valid concerns about his finishing and whether he’s ready to perform consistently at the highest level.

Should Liverpool Fans Be Excited By Hugo Ekitike?

However, there’s a growing narrative labelling him as “just another Nunez” due to concerns about his finishing, but anyone who’s actually watched Ekitike knows that comparison is wide off the mark.

With Michael Edwards, Richard Hughes, and Arne Slot all involved in the decision-making, it’s safe to assume the club knows what it’s doing.

More importantly, Ekitike clearly fits the tactical profile Slot is trying to build around.
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