Hugo Ekitike Takes Aim at Newcastle Supporters After Taunts Over Liverpool Transfer

Hugo Ekitike, Liverpool's £79m signing from Eintracht Frankfurt, fired back at Newcastle supporters following their taunts over his summer transfer snub. The 23-year-old French striker, who scored in a recent match against Newcastle, addressed the jeers head-on after helping Liverpool secure a victory.

Ekitike came agonizingly close to joining Newcastle three years ago in a £20m deal, but the Magpies walked away and pivoted to sign Alexander Isak instead. Fast-forward to summer 2025, and Newcastle pursued him again as a secondary striker option, only for Ekitike to choose Liverpool, the Premier League titleholders. Liverpool rushed the deal to outmaneuver rivals, paying over £70m-£79m for his 26 goals in 47 appearances last season in the Bundesliga.[1][2]

In a post-match interview ahead of Liverpool's clash with Newcastle, Ekitike dismissed any regrets: "I made my choice already. I knew where I wanted to come, and I'm where I wanted to come." He expressed no pressure from the hefty price tag, stating, "I don't care!" about the financial expectations, emphasizing his strong start at Anfield.[1][3][4]

Newcastle fans mocked Ekitike during the game, referencing his rejected transfer, but the in-form forward responded with a goal, silencing critics. He highlighted his bond with Liverpool supporters and focus on performances: "I just try to go through my action and put the goal in the net." Critics note his relative inexperience—no France caps yet and just one standout Bundesliga season—but Ekitike is proving his worth, assisting teammates and contributing to Liverpool's attack.[2][3]

Newcastle, now targeting alternatives like Yoane Wissa, reflected on missing out twice. Ekitike's retort underscores his confidence in snubbing the Magpies for Champions League glory with Liverpool.[2]

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