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Liverpool are advancing rapidly in talks to sign striker Hugo Ekitike, potentially leaving Newcastle disappointed in their striker plans. Recent reports indicate Newcastle is unlikely to sell Alexander Isak, whom they consider one of the most complete No. 9s in the Premier League. As a result, Liverpool appears set to secure Ekitike instead, which would disrupt Newcastle’s aim to field both players simultaneously.

Transfer expert Romano highlighted that although Newcastle's last bid for Ekitike was rejected by Eintracht Frankfurt on Monday, Liverpool is now progressing quickly with both club-to-club negotiations and player discussions. Newcastle has not submitted a new proposal since then and remain firm on keeping Isak, who is regarded as not for sale. This stance favors Liverpool in advancing their pursuit of Ekitike.

Eintracht Frankfurt, Ekitike's current club, values the French forward at around €100 million and hoped for a bidding war among top Premier League clubs. However, so far, Newcastle is the only club to place a bid officially, which has been rejected. Liverpool’s intensified efforts to sign Ekitike suggest they could be the likely destination for the forward.

In case Newcastle misses out on Ekitike, the club reportedly has a high-quality alternative lined up, with RB Leipzig’s Benjamin Sesko being targeted to strengthen their striker options. Nonetheless, the priority remains signing Isak and securing a proven striker, but Liverpool’s pursuit of Ekitike is currently overshadowing those plans.

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