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Liverpool are set to scupper Newcastle's summer transfer plans by making an approach for Eintracht Frankfurt striker Hugo Ekitike.

Their approach followed speculation over the future of key striker Alexander Isak.

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Former PSG man Ekitike has been perceived has a potential replacement for Isak.

Eddie Howe and co could now be left exasperated by the Anfield club again after their reported move for Ekitike.

Liverpool have made an enquiry about Hugo Ekitike.

As well as pursuing Isak, Arne Slot is keen to target other forwards to bolster his forward ranks.

Despite the addition of club record signing Florian Wirtz, Darwin Nunez and Harvey Elliott are expected to be sold this summer.

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Newcastle missing out on Ekitike and then potentially losing Isak would be a huge double blow to Howe as he prepares for his side's return to the Champions League.

However, it wasn't enough for his side to progress a Spurs won 2-1 on aggregate.

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