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Ekitike has been mentioned alongside names such as Liam Delap, Benjamin Sesko, Viktor Gyokeres and Victor Osimhen, with Liverpool, Chelsea, Manchester United and Arsenal possibly in need of a new no.9.

After netting 22 in 48 games this season, it’s no surprise that Ekitike is near the top of most clubs’ lists in a summer that could be dominated by the movements of strikers in the market.

He adds that Arsenal has dropped out of the race, with the three-team battle now only being contested between Liverpool and Chelsea.

The report also claims the Blues are “already in dialogue with the player’s side” but Liverpool is not yet fully out of the race.

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The need to reinforce in that area has been laid bare this season due to a lack of firepower from Darwin Nunez and Diogo Jota

As for Chelsea, a move for Ekitike would surprise fans, especially given it has been widely reported Delap is set to join Enzo Maresca’s side.

Nicolas Jackson is also already at the club and it seems unlikely all three will be part of the squad next season.

Chelsea secured Champions League qualification on the final day of the Premier League season and added the Conference League to their trophy collection on Wednesday.

It’s a conclusion to the campaign that overrides some of the discontent that has existed within the supporter base for the majority of the term.


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