Jamie Carragher accurately predicted Liverpool’s pursuit of striker Hugo Ekitike months ago, and this forecast is now materializing as Liverpool close in on the transfer. Carragher highlighted Ekitike’s profile as a young, talented player (aged 22) currently at Eintracht Frankfurt, a club likely to sell, and noted his strong performance this season. Ekitike had earlier moved to PSG as a promising French league talent but did not establish himself there, making him a logical signing for Liverpool.

Initially, Carragher contrasted Ekitike with Alexander Isak, suggesting Liverpool might prefer Ekitike due to financial considerations, as Isak’s transfer fee would be very high and breaking Liverpool’s transfer model. Carragher stated Liverpool’s approach is to find "the next Isak" rather than spending heavily on one player, admitting they probably regret not signing Isak from Real Sociedad earlier.

However, despite Carragher’s prediction about Ekitike, Liverpool’s recent activity—such as their significant expenditure on Florian Wirtz—indicates they remain open to big-money signings. This nuance shows Liverpool’s willingness to invest considerably when needed, even if they appear to favor the more affordable Ekitike over Isak for now.

In summary, Carragher’s early call on the Ekitike transfer has proven insightful; Liverpool seem set to sign the French striker as part of a broader transfer strategy focused on acquiring talented young players without overspending on marquee names like Isak. Whether this approach will continue or shift remains to be seen, but for the moment, Ekitike’s impending move vindicates Carragher’s forecast.

Jamie Carragher's Liverpool transfer prediction coming true amid Reds' big-spending summer	Jamie Carragher spot on with Huge Ekitike and Alexander Isak transfer prediction	Jamie Carragher spot on with Hugo Ekitike and Alexander Isak transfer prediction