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Hugo Ekitike will quickly learn about hostile away atmospheres in the Premier League when the French forward makes his first road trip in England next month.

He’s unlikely to receive a good reception at St James’ Park on Aug.

However, in capturing Ekitike, Liverpool feels it has signed a striker who only Mbappe and Erling Haaland have provided comparable stats with for those under 23.

It’s why the club felt willing to part with up to $107 million (£79M) to secure his services.

Ekitike attracted interest from a host of Premier League clubs this summer.

It’s believed the Magpies turned to Ekitike after moves for Liam Delap and Joao Pedro fell through, and as negotiations were in the closing stages with Eintracht Frankfurt, Liverpool made its move.

Ekitike’s head was naturally turned by the prospect of joining the Premier League champions.

Talks developed quickly after Newcastle rebuffed any suggestions Isak could be on his way to Anfield.

Last season, Ekitike underscored his expected goals, but Liverpool feels confident that those numbers will only improve from a relatively small sample size
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